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As urban wildlife, coyotes can be seen across New York. Discover effective tips for minimizing potential conflicts, especially during the spring when they protect their young.

Christmas is over and if you put up a real tree, chances are it has to go. The needles are probably falling off and making a huge mess. What do you do with that real Christmas tree when you are done with it?

Here's why social media, and even Elon Musk, are outraged over the death of a New York squirrel named Peanut.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is warning everyone to avoid touching this very large invasive plant that can cause painful burns and scarring.

If you thought driving on the Taconic couldn't get any more dangerous, think again! Now drivers have to worry about hitting bears on one of New York's most dangerous highways.

Why are some people afraid of bats?

A post about a "50 mile" law in New York State went viral. It's a real law and you can get fined if you break it.

If you're planning a hike in the Adirondacks, here's a heads-up from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. They want you to steer clear of trails above 2,500 feet in elevation.

Here are some tips to keep black bear away from your New York home.

I was shocked to learn about an "alligator" like fish that calls many places in New York State home.

This out-of-state hiker called New York Forest Rangers for a ride because his camping gear was wet and he was cold. Wait until you read what he was wearing.

An Upstate New York company was busted after home video shows workers illegally dumping dangerous chemicals.

What a surprise to find this little bear cub in the cab of a New York excavator. This is his story.

Officers busted a large group of children who cut down trees on protected land to build a fort.

A popular New York State park allows visitors to be in two counties at once.

Here's what happened to a gray seal found stranded on a runway at JFK Airport in New York.

A popular game sold in New York State was found to be made with animal remains.

An 11-foot, 750-pound gator was taken from a home in Upstate NY this week, prompting public outcry from residents who say "Albert" the alligator was well cared for.

Once the Earth starts to warm up, snakes emerge.

Welcome to a brand new month! March has arrived here in New York State and the spring will be here officially in just three weeks!

A burn ban will go into effect in New York State on March 16th and run through May 14th, and those who don't adhere are subject to criminal and civil enforcement actions with a $500 minimum fine for the first offense.

A humungous fish that looks like an "alligator" nearly drowned a woman. We've learned this massive fish calls New York State home.

he month of February is getting ready to come to a close and an important New York State law is about to go in to affect. This law covers all of Buffalo and Western New York as well.

Police are searching for a "skunk whisper" from Upstate New York and offered guidance on what not to do if you see a skunk near your home or out in the woods.

Snakes, spiders, a peacock! You won't believe all of the more than 100 animals found in this New York home

Officials were shocked to find a dolphin that was washed onto shore in New York State

Try out fishing during the Free Fishing Days in February, September, and November.

A resident, who was photographing bald eagles near a reservoir, claimed they saw something in the sky that they can not quite explain

The countdown is on for a very important law that goes in to place on March 16th in New York State.

Environmental officials issued a warning they "never thought we'd have to say."