Coyotes are here to stay in Seattle's urban core. So how can we coexist? Coyote interactions are on the rise in Seattle. Some neighbors are afraid, while others say it's just part of living in a green city. So, are coyotes a new threat — or a new normal? Casey Martin Play AudioListen 5 mins
Another baby orca spotted with Northwest's endangered J Pod It is the fourth calf born to the southern resident orcas since December. Two of the four have died already. John Ryan
Tooth be told: Sea otters have a powerful bite Sea otters are incredible marine wrestlers, packing some serious strength under all that fluff. Brandi Fullwood
Grab your binoculars — Seattle's skies abound with eagles this season The skies above Seattle have been busy with lots of bald eagles as spring approaches. Meanwhile, local bird enthusiasts say the season seems busier than usual this year. Casey Martin
2 Bellevue coyotes killed by state after nipping children State wildlife officials say Bellevue's Factoria neighborhood is safe once again after some close calls with coyotes. Casey Martin
This rare Malayan tapir in Tacoma is raising a social media star Ume, a rare Malayan tapir, just turned one month old at Tacoma’s Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. With her giant eyes and bright spots, Ume has blown up online as a social media star. Casey Martin
A different kind of winter fun: tidepooling at night on Puget Sound On a drizzly February night, dozens of people walked with headlamps and flashlights at water’s edge near the Edmonds, Washington, fishing pier. They weren’t there to catch fish or squid: They came to see the wonders that come out when the tide goes out. John Ryan Play AudioListen 4 mins
Woof! Hundreds more dogs from LA area need Seattle homes Seattle Humane is once again taking in dogs from the Los Angeles area, where the state is still battling devastating fires. Katie Campbell
Role reversal: Avian flu makes birds a menace to cats Scientists and volunteers with the Olympic Cougar Project said they have the opportunity now to study bird flu in wild animals – to hopefully prevent it from spreading to people. Casey Martin Play AudioListen 4 mins
L.A. pets land in Seattle to make room at animal shelters during fires Nearly 40 dogs and about 20 cats touched down in a private plane on Sunday in Seattle from fire-ravaged Los Angeles. The animals are here to make space at shelters in L.A. overcrowded with pets waiting to be reunited with their owners. Casey Martin
