Animals

New to Louisiana and not ready for the mosquito blitz? Discover essential tips for surviving the swarms this summer.

Attention, squirrel hunters! Get your gear ready as Louisiana's special spring season starts this Saturday, May 3

Losing a cherished pet hits hard in Louisiana, where furry friends are family. Discover local laws for backyard burials and alternatives to consider.

With warmer weather comes a rise in snake sightings. Explore the importance of understanding Louisiana's snake species to ensure safety near ponds and outdoor areas.

After an incredible 2024 black bear season, Louisiana is proposing to more than double the possible number of bear harvests with another season in 2025.

Artists are invited to participate in the Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp contest, celebrating the Ross's goose. The event runs from October 20 to 28, 2025.

In response to growing interest from anglers, Louisiana's Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is set to modify black bass regulations at Bussey Brake Reservoir.

An ill-fated photo draws outrage across the country

If a convicted felon lives with you, be careful with that gun

What could those weird statutes be? Perhaps flirting with your eyes is illegal in certain parts of the state. Or maybe your car doesn't have a windshield, but you're also missing windshield wipers, so you had better fix those wipers soon, or else!

These are the four different caterpillars native to Louisiana that are capable of stinging humans

Drugs are not the only thing being smuggled over the Texas border. The illegal pet trade is also booming as baby Mexican Spider Monkeys are taken from their natural habitat and smuggled into the Lone Star State.