Organizations work to keep conservation lands connected to save species

In 2002, Midcoast land trusts teamed up to save wildlife habitats. Decades and thousands of acres later, the acquisition process has changed to reflect the growing need for local housing.

Birds flock to Merrymeeting Bay, a globally unique destination

Bird hike in Dresden shows diverse ecosystem that makes the area a globally significant bird habitat.

Video of man smashing turtles at Portland cemetery triggers outrage, police investigation

Both Portland police and the Maine Warden Service are investigating the incident.

High levels of forever chemicals in Maine birds add to concern about food chain

Researchers in Maine are trying to understand how perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, are affecting fish, birds and mammals.

Celebrity handbag designer sentenced to 18 months for smuggling crocodile handbags into U.S.

Her accessories were used by celebrities from Britney Spears to the cast of the 'Sex and the City' TV series.

Saco River Wildlife Center, already outgrowing space to care for wild animals, enters its busy season

The wildlife rehabilitation center in Limington treated more than 900 animals last year – everything from squirrels and mice to bats and porcupines.

What to know and how to get involved in animal rescue efforts

Wild animal in need? Dan Foss to the rescue

It’s a wild life for Maine Wildlife Transport founder Dan Foss, who has dedicated himself to helping animals in distress.

U.S. auditors accuse Maine of misusing federal grants to shore up its pension fund

The practice, while not unique to Maine, exceeded 'reasonable' allowances as it diverted $2.6 million away from fishing, hunting and wildlife protection programs.

How do forest lizards survive life in the city? They morph.

U.S. scientists in Puerto Rico say one species has sprouted special scales to better cling to smooth surfaces like walls and windows and grown larger limbs to sprint across open areas.