As temperatures rise, more rattlesnakes will appear across Tennessee. Here's everything you need to know to stay safe while venturing into the woods ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. East Tennessee’s rivers, reservoirs, forests, and public lands are central to the region’s identity. They support a way of life ...

Owners must secure a Class I permit to house specific, inherently dangerous mammals. Interestingly, it’s legal to own a zebra, while possessing a native skunk is strictly prohibited. Submitting a ...

Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s (TWRA) popular Tennessee Angler Recognition Program (TARP) has reached the 10,000 entry milestone, from anglers who have recorded trophy-sized catches in ...

The incident happened just after noon on Monday, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.

Tennessee's wildlife agency needs dedicated funding to continue conservation efforts and support the state's $5.8 billion ...

Beginning July 1, anyone across the state of Tennessee who is caught feeding a bear in a place where it is illegal could face ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Wildlife Federation announced the winners of its 11th Annual Wildlife and Nature Photo contest on Friday. The Tennessee Wildlife Federation said it received more than ...

Chattanooga's connection to the outdoors is more than a point of pride — it's a defining economic advantage. The Tennessee River and the public lands surrounding our region fuel a thriving culture of ...

POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — A Cleveland man died after falling from a raft on the Ocoee River Sunday afternoon, said the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. Just before 1:30 p.m., TWRA game wardens ...

According to witnesses, Richard White, a 50-year-old Cleveland man, fell from a raft while recreational paddling on the Ocoee River. Mr. White was wearing protective equipment, including a helmet and ...

Tennessee’s exotic pet laws can be confusing for anyone considering owning an animal more unusual than a Chihuahua or a parakeet. The state divides wildlife into legal, permit-only, and prohibited ...