Offspring of Pablo Escobar's 'cocaine hippos' slated to die may get second chance in India

The Colombian government previously approved a plan that would allow the culling of approximately half of the estimated 170 hippopotami roaming freely through the South American nation.

Hunting rodents with Ferndale's rat patrol

Have a problem with rodents of unusual size? You're not alone. And in Ferndale, a humane solution has evolved to deal with the city's rat problem.

Michigan Fishing, Arbor Day, and Boots Around the World | Brother Nature
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Why is world-class fishing in Michigan? How do you jig? And what does burbot taste like? The Great Lakes offer up the very best angling for walleye, smallmouth bass, and perch. Also on Brother Nature, celebrating Arbor Day, raccoon baby season, and another segment of Boots! Not Shoes. 

Up North in Oakwoods, Sod Science, and Composting | Brother Nature
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Ever wanted to do the Woodcock Walk? Or kayak down one of Michigan's biggest rivers? Wildlife and recreation is abundant at Oakwoods Metropark. Also this week, the science of sod and a pilot compost program launches in Southfield. 

Boundary Waters mining bill approved by Senate after Sen. Smith protest

After Senator Tina Smith staged a protest Wednesday night to block a vote on a bill that would allow mining in the Boundary Waters, the U.S. Senate is now scheduled to vote on that bill Thursday morning.

IUCN Red List: Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals added to endangered list

One of the Antarctic’s most well-known and beloved animals is at the brink of extinction, and environmentalists are calling it a "stark warning" of the threat of climate change.

Bees, Rain Gardens, and Rouge River paddling | Brother Nature
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From bee festivals to Oakland County's rain gardens, and the Friends of the Rouge, there's plenty to look forward to this summer as the temperatures get warmer and the rains arrive. 

EPA chief tells climate skeptics to celebrate rule repeal as March heat breaks records

The Environmental Protection Agency’s top official told a crowd of climate science skeptics that they should celebrate the repeal of the 2009 finding that underpinned the agency’s attempts to combat climate change ever since. His comments came the same day a separate federal agency reported record-shattering warmth and precipitation numbers. 

Snowy owl, hammerhead sharks among 40 species gaining CMS protections

Cheetahs, snowy owls and hammerhead sharks are among the dozens of animal species on the cusp of extinction that will receive greater conservation protections. 

Inside Detroit's Old-Growth Forest | Brother Nature
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Less than 1% of the original old growth forests in the eastern U.S. are still standing following centuries of development across the country. But there are some that remain, if you know where to look. One spot where they're located is right in Detroit at Palmer Park. Also on Brother Nature this week, how to age a tree.

Spiders the size of a human hand are spreading throughout the US

The frightening, brightly-colored large spiders are back, and experts say they are spreading rapidly across the U.S.

Quagga Mussels, Grosse Ile Conservancy, and the Up North blizzard | Brother Nature
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Quagga Mussels are some of the most damaging invasive species in the Great Lakes. Terrorizing fisheries, damaging infrastructure, and even enveloping our shipwrecks, the mussel can be found in every major water body. Also on Brother Nature, a deep dive into the Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy's work on the island. 

Tornadoes, Oakland County's new park, and coyotes | Brother Nature
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Ever notice that tornadoes are touching down more in Michigan? Your imagination is not lying to you. The chaotic weather in spring and autumn is to blame with more arriving every year. FOX 2's Derek Kevra breaks down the science of tornadoes. Also on Brother Nature, Oakland County's new park Clinton River Oaks, as well as the updating management of coyotes in the state. 

Monitoring mudpuppies on Belle Isle and trail cameras in Wayne County | Brother Nature
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While Belle Isle has much to offer throughout the island and the year, one of the best places to see what the natural gem has available is at the Nature Center. And just down the shoreline is an ongoing science experiment monitoring mudpuppies along Belle Isle's southern coastline. Finally, Wayne County has been actively posting some of the visitors to its trail camera.