Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild Co-Hosts in the News Summer 2026

Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild Co-Hosts Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant and Peter Gros spoke to local and national media about tips for coexisting with wildlife, rare species and upcoming episodes.

Wild Kingdom in the news

Fox Weather

An adult black bear stands among trees and fallen logs while two bear cubs look on from the forest behind.

On Fox Weather, Peter gave tips for what to do if you spot a bear as they come out of hibernation.

Country Living

A gray fox walks through a grassy, wooded area covered with leaves and low vegetation.

Peter spoke to Country Living about the Channel Island fox, a rare species found only on this remote island off the coast of California. The species was featured in the Protecting the Wild episode, “The Lost Fox of the Channel Islands.”

Martha Stewart

A turtle rests on a log in a pond beside a graphic featuring a wildlife quote attributed to Peter Gros, co-host of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild.

Ever wonder what to do if you find a turtle nest in your yard? Peter gave tips to Martha Stewart.

NBC Charleston

A close-up of an eastern box turtle walking through green grass, showing the intricate orange and black pattern on its shell.

While filming an upcoming episode in Charleston, South Carolina, Dr. Rae and Peter spoke with the local NBC affiliate, WCBD, about their work with the Turtle Survival Alliance.