Wildlife

A Rocky Horror Picture Show concluded with 6 feet of slithering scales in an Alaskan town where reptiles only survive in heated cages.

During her decade-plus career, she saw the center expand and develop into a world-class attraction.

The National Park Service has published its final rule on hunting in Alaska’s national preserves, turning a corner in a long-running tussle with the state.

Jans calls the years between 2003 and 2009 “a magical and transformative time” in Juneau’s history. It was during those years that a black wolf, who came to be known as Romeo, lived in the community and interacted with dogs and residents.

The next step for the scientists is testing the samples retrieved from the carcass to search for what killed this animal.

Attu is scheduled for what may be the first of many stages of cleanup — but it’s unlikely the military will ever be able to turn back the clock to a time before conflict.