Florida seagull experiment: Do googly eyes really keep birds away from food?
A study from the University of Exeter wanted to test ways to keep seagulls away from food in the United Kingdom.
A study from the University of Exeter wanted to test ways to keep seagulls away from food in the United Kingdom.
Protecting snacks from seagulls
A University of Exeter study found googly eyes deterred seagulls about 50% of the time, but a Florida beach test showed birds still swarmed the food. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
A University of Exeter study found googly eyes deterred seagulls about 50% of the time, but a Florida beach test showed birds still swarmed the food. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
Trump administration's Endangered Species Committee approves loophole to allow Gulf oil drilling
A meeting of the federal Endangered Species Committee ended in a vote to approve the sidestepping of endangered species regulations for oil developers to drill in the Gulf of Mexico.
A meeting of the federal Endangered Species Committee ended in a vote to approve the sidestepping of endangered species regulations for oil developers to drill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Venomous caterpillars swarm Florida
Tussock moth caterpillars, which are native to Florida, eventually become moths and serve important roles in the ecosystem, according to experts. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Tussock moth caterpillars, which are native to Florida, eventually become moths and serve important roles in the ecosystem, according to experts. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Florida blueberry harvest delayed after February deep freeze: 'You just recover and continue on'
Florida blueberry farmers are just beginning their harvest season which was delayed because of the deep freeze in February.
Florida blueberry farmers are just beginning their harvest season which was delayed because of the deep freeze in February.
New water restrictions for Southwest Florida starting this week
Much of Southwest Florida is under a "Modified Phase III Water Shortage."
Much of Southwest Florida is under a "Modified Phase III Water Shortage."
FWC investigating after video shows influencer repeatedly shooting at alligator
The FWC says it is looking into an online video where a popular streamer fired multiple rounds at an alligator.
The FWC says it is looking into an online video where a popular streamer fired multiple rounds at an alligator.
Attempt to develop land in Hillsborough County fails
A developer failed to receive multiple approvals he needed in Hillsborough County on Thursday to turn a piece of land into a neighborhood with commercial space.
A developer failed to receive multiple approvals he needed in Hillsborough County on Thursday to turn a piece of land into a neighborhood with commercial space.
Florida Poly team develops new tech that can detect microplastics, nanoplastics in water
Florida Polytechnic University has developed a modified electrochemical sensor that can quickly detect microplastics using just a drop of water.
Florida Polytechnic University has developed a modified electrochemical sensor that can quickly detect microplastics using just a drop of water.
New sensor reveals hidden microplastics in water
Plastic pollution is a problem all around the world, especially microplastics which can affect the environment and human health. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Plastic pollution is a problem all around the world, especially microplastics which can affect the environment and human health. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Hillsborough County neighbors share concerns over large Two Rivers Ranch development at informational meeting
Dozens of residents in a rural part of Hillsborough County are pushing back against the proposed Two Rivers Ranch development that would bring nearly four-thousand homes to the community.
Dozens of residents in a rural part of Hillsborough County are pushing back against the proposed Two Rivers Ranch development that would bring nearly four-thousand homes to the community.
Country Thunder causing rumble on St. Pete Beach over turtle nesting season, permit still pending
The Country Thunder festival, planned for May 8–10 at TradeWinds Resort, is facing pushback over wildlife concerns.
The Country Thunder festival, planned for May 8–10 at TradeWinds Resort, is facing pushback over wildlife concerns.
Treasure Island offering free trash bags to help curb litter, just in time for spring break season
The City of Treasure Island installed two new trash bag dispensers offering free trash bags to beachgoers, just in time for spring break.
The City of Treasure Island installed two new trash bag dispensers offering free trash bags to beachgoers, just in time for spring break.
Spiders the size of a human hand are spreading throughout the US
The frightening, brightly-colored large spiders are back, and experts say they are spreading rapidly across the U.S.
The frightening, brightly-colored large spiders are back, and experts say they are spreading rapidly across the U.S.
Viral video shows trucks driving through foot of water on thawing Minnesota lake
A viral video shows fishermen driving through approximately 12 inches of standing water atop the frozen surface of Lake of the Woods following recent warm weather.
A viral video shows fishermen driving through approximately 12 inches of standing water atop the frozen surface of Lake of the Woods following recent warm weather.
Several states sue Trump administration over ability to regulate greenhouse gases
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
DeSantis halts Manatee County cruise terminal plans with new environmental bill
Plans for a potential cruise terminal in Manatee County have been effectively blocked after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new bill Thursday restricting large-scale dredging projects in some environmentally sensitive areas.
Plans for a potential cruise terminal in Manatee County have been effectively blocked after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new bill Thursday restricting large-scale dredging projects in some environmentally sensitive areas.
Polk County Board of Commissioners approve revised sand mine project in Lake Wales
A proposed sand mine, which was initially rejected and faced a lot of scrutiny from nearby homeowners, will now be a reality in Lake Wales.
A proposed sand mine, which was initially rejected and faced a lot of scrutiny from nearby homeowners, will now be a reality in Lake Wales.
Florida's extreme drought continues: Tips on how to protect your plants
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall.
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall.
Extreme drought continues across Tampa Bay
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
Florida is in a drought and one of the biggest factors was a drier than usual rainy season this past fall. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.