Florida family warns of AI scam targeting owners of missing pets
A Florida family is sharing their story to warn other pet owners after scammers used Artificial Intelligence to orchestrate a scam involving their missing dog.
A Florida family is sharing their story to warn other pet owners after scammers used Artificial Intelligence to orchestrate a scam involving their missing dog.
Man turns grief into a community-driven mission to fight canine cancer
Channeling grief into change, Danny Cevette runs to remember his beloved golden retriever Dax. He invites like-minded dog lovers and runners to join him as his "Distance for Dax" run raises money and awareness for canine cancer research.
Channeling grief into change, Danny Cevette runs to remember his beloved golden retriever Dax. He invites like-minded dog lovers and runners to join him as his "Distance for Dax" run raises money and awareness for canine cancer research.
Dog fight in Palm Harbor Walmart leaves 5 injured
Five people suffered minor injuries following a dog fight at the Palm Harbor Walmart on Tuesday, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Five people suffered minor injuries following a dog fight at the Palm Harbor Walmart on Tuesday, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Tampa school librarian spots rare green iguana near campus: 'I just froze'
A Potter Elementary School librarian couldn’t believe his eyes Monday when he spotted a green iguana outside the campus, an uncommon sight in the Bay Area.
A Potter Elementary School librarian couldn’t believe his eyes Monday when he spotted a green iguana outside the campus, an uncommon sight in the Bay Area.
Green iguana seen roaming near Tampa school
A Potter Elementary School librarian couldn’t believe his eyes Monday when he spotted a green iguana outside the campus, an uncommon sight in the Bay Area. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
A Potter Elementary School librarian couldn’t believe his eyes Monday when he spotted a green iguana outside the campus, an uncommon sight in the Bay Area. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
Bradenton manatee caught on camera getting drink from police marine unit vessel
Bradenton Marine Unit Officers Emrich and Eades were finishing their patrol and rinsing down their vessel when a surprise "dock inspector" stopped by for a quick drink.
Bradenton Marine Unit Officers Emrich and Eades were finishing their patrol and rinsing down their vessel when a surprise "dock inspector" stopped by for a quick drink.
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.
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.
Plans to expand ZooTampa
Big changes are on the way for ZooTampa, as leaders move forward with plans to upgrade existing exhibits and potentially double the park’s footprint through a major expansion project. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
Big changes are on the way for ZooTampa, as leaders move forward with plans to upgrade existing exhibits and potentially double the park’s footprint through a major expansion project. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
Sea turtle rehab at the Florida Aquarium
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.
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.
Bay Area venomous snakes: How to identify them as warmer weather approaches
The warmer weather means more outdoor activities, but do you know who also enjoys the warmth? Snakes.
The warmer weather means more outdoor activities, but do you know who also enjoys the warmth? Snakes.
How to spot venomous snakes in Florida
Florida has nearly 50 snake species, but only six are venomous, with four found in the Bay Area. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Florida has nearly 50 snake species, but only six are venomous, with four found in the Bay Area. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Florida alligator caught on camera enjoying early morning swim, Tampa trapper removes scaly suspect
A surprise guest took pool hopping to a very Florida level last month. An alligator broke into a local residence for an early morning solo swim.
A surprise guest took pool hopping to a very Florida level last month. An alligator broke into a local residence for an early morning solo swim.
Buddy, the largest alligator at Gatorland, has died
A 'real Florida OG' as he was affectionately known, Buddy measured 13 feet, 8 inches long and weighed nearly 1,000 pounds.
A 'real Florida OG' as he was affectionately known, Buddy measured 13 feet, 8 inches long and weighed nearly 1,000 pounds.
Small dog dies after being attacked by Rottweilers at Davis Islands Dog Beach: 'It was very devastating'
A small dog is dead after a violent attack at a popular dog park in Tampa.
A small dog is dead after a violent attack at a popular dog park in Tampa.
Sugar the surfing dog, beloved wave-riding champion and therapy hero, dies at 16
Sugar, a beloved surfing dog from California and the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died at age 16 after battling cancer.
Sugar, a beloved surfing dog from California and the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died at age 16 after battling cancer.
Watch: Elephant briefly escapes, roams New Mexico zoo before safe return
A 52-year-old Asian elephant named Alice briefly escaped her enclosure at Albuquerque’s ABQ BioPark on Sunday morning and wandered the zoo.
A 52-year-old Asian elephant named Alice briefly escaped her enclosure at Albuquerque’s ABQ BioPark on Sunday morning and wandered the zoo.
Cat trapped in recliner while dodging vet visit rescued by firefighters in Kansas
A Kansas cat’s attempt to avoid a trip to the vet led to an unexpected rescue after it became trapped inside a reclining chair.
A Kansas cat’s attempt to avoid a trip to the vet led to an unexpected rescue after it became trapped inside a reclining chair.
Newcomer Kai is a natural crowd pleaser at Giraffe Ranch
Instead of the plains and woodlands of the African continent, the wilderness of Dade City's green swamp provides a natural habitat for exotic and domestic creatures alike.It's called Giraffe Ranch and visitors can walk, drive or ride a camel through the more than 300 acres of property to see this amazing wildlife.
Instead of the plains and woodlands of the African continent, the wilderness of Dade City's green swamp provides a natural habitat for exotic and domestic creatures alike.It's called Giraffe Ranch and visitors can walk, drive or ride a camel through the more than 300 acres of property to see this amazing wildlife.
Manatee County dog with cord severely embedded in neck rescued, now recovering after surgery
A dog found with a cord lodged in his neck is now on the road to recovery after being rescued by officers with Manatee County Animal Welfare.
A dog found with a cord lodged in his neck is now on the road to recovery after being rescued by officers with Manatee County Animal Welfare.
Most pampered pets in the US: See the top 10 states
A recent analysis compiled data that ranked the states with the most pampered pets in the U.S. See the top 10 states and where they ranked.
A recent analysis compiled data that ranked the states with the most pampered pets in the U.S. See the top 10 states and where they ranked.



















