Sea turtle hatchings on the rise as dune loss, human disruption raise concerns on Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island is entering the peak of sea turtle nesting season, with hatchlings now emerging from nests across local beaches.
Anna Maria Island is entering the peak of sea turtle nesting season, with hatchlings now emerging from nests across local beaches.
Florida surfer recovering after shark attack: 'Had my foot in its mouth for a good little bit'
An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.
An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.
Shark bites teen surfer at New Smyrna Beach
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
Friday fishing report: July 18, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says tides are slower-moving as we approach a new moon, meaning fish are looking for deeper pockets, or so-called ?ambush points.?
Captain Dylan Hubbard says tides are slower-moving as we approach a new moon, meaning fish are looking for deeper pockets, or so-called ?ambush points.?
Video: Loggerhead turtle wedged between rocks rescued on Florida beach
A loggerhead turtle was returned to the ocean after getting wedged between rocks on a Florida beach, being rescued by first responders.
A loggerhead turtle was returned to the ocean after getting wedged between rocks on a Florida beach, being rescued by first responders.
Iceland volcano eruption caught on camera
A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.
A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.
New blue pool at Yellowstone National Park discovered after 'mildly explosive' activity
A routine temperature check at the Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park led geologists to discover a new blue water spring.
A routine temperature check at the Norris Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park led geologists to discover a new blue water spring.
Teen girl attacked, bitten by 10-foot alligator in Florida, deputies say
A teenage girl is recovering after being bitten by a 10-foot alligator, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred in Pond Creek, about 20 to 25 miles northeast of Destin.
A teenage girl is recovering after being bitten by a 10-foot alligator, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred in Pond Creek, about 20 to 25 miles northeast of Destin.
Florida Python Challenge kicks off Friday. Here's what to know
The annual Florida Python Challenge starts Friday in South Florida, and participants can win thousands of dollars in prizes.
The annual Florida Python Challenge starts Friday in South Florida, and participants can win thousands of dollars in prizes.
Friday fishing report: July 11, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says the latest full moon has led to lots of water flushing, making for a good bite in the bay.
Captain Dylan Hubbard says the latest full moon has led to lots of water flushing, making for a good bite in the bay.
Florida panther hit by car in Pasco County — the first death ever recorded there
Wildlife officials confirmed a male Florida panther, estimated to be two or three years old, was killed last week by a vehicle on I-75 near State Road 56 in Wesley Chapel.
Wildlife officials confirmed a male Florida panther, estimated to be two or three years old, was killed last week by a vehicle on I-75 near State Road 56 in Wesley Chapel.
Lulu’s Law: Proposed national shark attack alert system aims to boost beach safety
A new federal bill aimed at preventing shark attacks by sending real-time alerts to beachgoers’ phones is making waves in Congress. The legislation, known as Lulu’s Law, passed the U.S. Senate this week and is now headed to the House for a vote.
A new federal bill aimed at preventing shark attacks by sending real-time alerts to beachgoers’ phones is making waves in Congress. The legislation, known as Lulu’s Law, passed the U.S. Senate this week and is now headed to the House for a vote.
Second osprey dies after getting tangled in fishing line above Tampa canal
A young osprey was found dead, hanging from a cable line above a bypass canal near I-4 in Tampa.
A young osprey was found dead, hanging from a cable line above a bypass canal near I-4 in Tampa.
Bear surprised by motion-activated sprinkler: Video
A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.
A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.
Video: Florida deputy removes python from pool deck
A deputy in southwest Florida helped a family remove an unwanted guest at their pool party: a ball python.
A deputy in southwest Florida helped a family remove an unwanted guest at their pool party: a ball python.
Watch: Momma moose searches Alaska fire department for her calves
"That would explain what she needed," the mechanics said when they realized why the moose was on the mission.
"That would explain what she needed," the mechanics said when they realized why the moose was on the mission.
Friday fishing report: July 4, 2025
Captain Dylan Hubbard says the recent weather pattern has made the water a bit more murky, but it?s also kept the temperature down, which helps the fish get more active.
Captain Dylan Hubbard says the recent weather pattern has made the water a bit more murky, but it?s also kept the temperature down, which helps the fish get more active.
Trump signs order increasing national park fees for foreign tourists
In a statement, the White House said the move aims to "improve services, access, and affordability for Americans."
In a statement, the White House said the move aims to "improve services, access, and affordability for Americans."
Watch: Angry elephant chases tour group during jungle safari
A wild elephant charged at tourists on a jungle safari in India, forcing vehicles to speed away in a dramatic escape.
A wild elephant charged at tourists on a jungle safari in India, forcing vehicles to speed away in a dramatic escape.
Watch: Rare, endangered fox caught on camera in California national park
The Sierra Nevada red fox is an endangered species living solely in the Golden state and with less than 100 individuals living in the wild, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
The Sierra Nevada red fox is an endangered species living solely in the Golden state and with less than 100 individuals living in the wild, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.