Mosquito Control discusses prevention strategies
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As Florida’s rainy season nears, Pinellas County officials are sharing tips about how to keep mosquitoes away and limit breeding. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports

Country Thunder submits application to move event to Clearwater after wildlife concerns on St. Pete Beach

A city of Clearwater staff member confirmed to FOX 13 that an application from Country Thunder has been received for the use of Coachman Park, a 19-acre waterfront venue known for hosting large events and concerts.

‘A Land Remembered’ series proposed to film in Fort De Soto Park faces environmental concerns

 A proposed television adaptation of the book "A Land Remembered" is drawing concerns from environmentalists who argue that filming at Fort De Soto Park could jeopardize vulnerable species and their habitats.

IUCN Red List: Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals added to endangered list

One of the Antarctic’s most well-known and beloved animals is at the brink of extinction, and environmentalists are calling it a "stark warning" of the threat of climate change.

'Litter lady' challenges neighbors to clean up
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A Florida woman is trying to improve the planet by picking up one million pieces of litter. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.

Is Country Thunder's future in question?
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The Country Thunder music festival is less than a month away, and major questions remain about whether it will take place as planned on the sand at TradeWinds Resort. FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis reports.

Sea turtle rehab at the Florida Aquarium
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The Florida Aquarium is rehabilitating 21 turtles to return them to the wild so they can grow up to participate in nesting season. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports.

How to spot venomous snakes in Florida
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Florida has nearly 50 snake species, but only six are venomous, with four found in the Bay Area. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.

Seaside Seabird Sanctuary urges against tree trimming during spring, summer to protect nesting birds

Wildlife experts at the Seaside Seabird Sanctuary in Indian Shores are asking homeowners to think twice before trimming and removing trees this spring, as they’ve received an influx of calls about displaced baby birds.

Local owl population at risk from tree removal
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Wildlife experts at the Seaside Seabird Sanctuary in Indian Shores are asking homeowners to think twice before trimming and removing trees this spring, as they’ve received an influx of calls about displaced baby birds. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.

Snowy owl, hammerhead sharks among 40 species gaining CMS protections

Cheetahs, snowy owls and hammerhead sharks are among the dozens of animal species on the cusp of extinction that will receive greater conservation protections. 

Country Thunder Florida festival on St. Pete Beach faces backlash over wildlife concerns, permit questions

A new beachside music festival is drawing growing scrutiny in St. Pete Beach, where environmental advocates say it could put protected wildlife at risk, and may not yet have the approvals needed to move forward.

St. Pete Beach residents to protest issuing permits for concert planned during nesting season

A three-day country music festival planned on St. Pete Beach is causing controversy, as residents and city leaders weigh environmental concerns against potential economic benefits.