Wildlife experts looks for new ways to count wolves in Alaska On Prince of Wales Island in Alaska, wildlife managers are trying new techniques to count local wolves so they can determine how many can be hunted. Limiting the quota is controversial in the community. Jack Darrell
Baby black-footed ferrets born to cloned mom offer hope for species A cloned ferret has given birth to her own kits -- what could this mean for the future of endangered species? Megan Lim
Frail chimps headed from New Mexico to Louisiana sanctuary About two dozen chimpanzees deemed too feeble to be moved a few years ago will be going to Chimp Haven after all. The NIH said originally they'd be kept in New Mexico for their own safety. Nell Greenfieldboyce
Need a break from politics? Marvel at the 'Vanishing Treasures' of the natural world With 23 short essays on creatures ranging from the wombat to the spider, Katherine Rundell's new book is essential reading for anyone whose wonder could use a jumpstart. Maureen Corrigan
Anxious at the Portland airport? Beni the Llama is here for you, spreading joy The gentle animals are part of Portland International Airport's effort to counter travel stress with soothing elements from nature. Katia Riddle
The 10 year-old birdcaller who can trick birds with his calls NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Samuel Henderson, a 10 year-old who can imitate a number of bird calls with surprising accuracy. Scott Detrow
A hunter in Alaska is found dead after being mauled by a bear The 50-year-old had been reported overdue from a deer hunting trip. At least 30,000 brown bears are estimated to be in Alaska and mainly live along the southern coast. Chandelis Duster
How parrot plumage gets its dazzling reds and yellows Parrots are unique among birds in how they produce the pigmentation that makes their vibrant feathering. It turns out a single enzyme calibrates the reds and yellows of a parrot’s brilliance. Ari Daniel
Animal lovers mourn the death of grizzly bear 399, killed by car Animal lovers are mourning the loss of grizzly bear 399. The oldest known reproducing female in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, she raised at least 18 cubs before being hit by a car. Hanna Merzbach
It's almost Halloween -- a good time to look at the science behind the sound of fear The sound of fear is universal. Screams of mammals have similarities -- irregularities in the sound -- that are meant to draw attention. Nathan Rott
