Mass fish kill at Lake Apopka under investigation as residents voice concerns
Thousands of dead fish have washed up along the shores of Lake Apopka, alarming nearby residents and prompting an investigation.
Gator Day: Florida's twist on Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is on Sunday and in Pennsylvania, if the groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil does not see a shadow then it could predict the end of winter and the start of spring. If he does see his shadow, winter will go on for around six more weeks. according to lore. We're putting a Florida twist on it with some special guests from Gatorland.
Beloved Southwest Florida Eagle Cam eaglet dies: Officials
One of the beloved eaglets of the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam passed away a little over a month after hatching in the famous Pritchard Realty nest.
Florida Wildlife Hospital investigating spike in suspicious pelican deaths: 'Hurts our heart'
Wildlife hospitals across the southeast are seeing a surge in pelicans with broken wings.
Florida content creator, wildlife enthusiast recovers after rattlesnake bite
A Florida content creator known for his wildlife videos is recovering after a venomous bite from an eastern diamondback rattlesnake nearly claimed his life.
Florida lawmakers consider replacing state bird
Florida lawmakers could again consider replacing the mockingbird as the state bird. Bills backing the flamingo and the scrub jay have been proposed in recent years.
Grieving orca who carried dead calf in 2018 now seen with newborn
An orca that captured the world’s attention in 2018 after she carried her dead newborn calf for weeks appears to be a new mother again, bringing a sign of hope to researchers.
It's official: Biden signs new law, designates bald eagle as 'national bird'
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
Northern giant hornet declared eradicated in WA, US, officials confirm
The multiyear eradication campaign began in 2019.
How common are shark bites in Florida? Here's what experts say
Charley Hajek – better known as Gnarly Charley – has been surfing since the 1970s.
How common are shark bites in Florida really?
New Smyrna Beach in Florida is often touted as the "shark bite capitol" of the world. But, how likely are you to actually have an interaction with a shark?
Florida man spots monkey along St. Johns River in Volusia County
Tour boat captain Colin Innes said he saw a monkey along the St. Johns River. He said the first thing he did was pull out his phone and start recording.
Panther deaths in Florida highest since 2016, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reports
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has reported the death of more than 30 panthers in the state so far in 2024.
Wild hog spotted roaming Publix parking lot in Florida
Shoppers in Flagler County encountered an unusual sight outside a Publix grocery store: a wild hog wandering the parking lot.
Rare white squirrel drawing attention on Florida's Space Coast
Neighbors are noticing rare white squirrel sightings on the Space Coast.
FWC investigates kangaroo on the loose in Volusia County; residents react: 'I was stunned'
A kangaroo was spotted hopping around Pierson on Thursday, prompting a response from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Teen surfer survives shark attack in Brevard County: 'Could have been so much worse'
A teenager is recovering after a shark attack in Brevard County.
Florida's Amendment 2 could establish hunting, fishing as public right
Amendment 2 would make hunting and fishing a "public right" in Florida and the preferred method for managing and controlling fish and wildlife populations.
Pygmy sperm whale dies after washing ashore in Daytona Beach Shores
Authorities said a sick and injured pygmy sperm whale that washed ashore in Daytona Beach Shores on Monday has died.
Expanded 'critical' habitat eyed for manatees in Florida
Federal wildlife officials have proposed expanding designations of “critical habitat” for Florida manatees, potentially bolstering protections in areas ranging from Wakulla Springs in Northwest Florida to the upper St. Johns River in Northeast Florida.