Emperor penguin 'Gus' was found malnourished on a tourist beach 3,500 km from his Antarctic home; he is now returning home after weeks of rehabilitation.

A family of killer whales was spotted near downtown Vancouver in a rare sighting likely linked to hunting for seals.

A 47-foot fin whale washed ashore near Anchorage's Westchester Lagoon. Biologists believe it is a young female and are investigating the cause of its beaching.

A lone sandhill crane has been observed staying at Creamer's Field in Fairbanks well beyond the typical migration period. The crane appears healthy but risks survival challenges due to the approaching winter.

The Orca Conservancy said the sightings made history. Some whale watchers hope it will again raise awareness of the need to protect them.