Seattle Humane is taking in pets from California. Here's how you can help Dozens of pets from California will be in need of homes here in Seattle next week. Casey Martin Katie Campbell
Whale, ship collisions around the globe could be helped by slower speeds, study shows Giant ships that transport everything from coffee cups to clothes across the ocean are often so large they can’t tell when they collide with a whale. Now, research out of the Northwest could help these massive vessels avoid collisions with whales around the world. Courtney Flatt/NWPB
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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 Paige Browning
