Fourth of July boaters, look out below for manatees

The Fourth of July holiday is a day when boaters will crowd Florida’s Gulf coast, meaning it’s even more important to keep an eye out for manatees.

Video shows alligator chewing on plastic bag in Florida wildlife refuge

Officials in a north Florida wildlife refuge are warning about the dangers of littering after a video showed an alligator chewing on a plastic bag.

Pair of whale sharks spotted off the coast of St. Pete

A fisherman spotted a pair of large whale sharks swimming off the coast of St. Pete on Saturday.

Fishermen spot whale shark off Clearwater Beach

A group of fishermen got quite a sight during their morning fishing trip as a massive whale shark swam next to their boat.

NOAA: 279 dolphins dead on Gulf Coast, triple usual number

At least 279 dolphins have stranded across much of the U.S. Gulf Coast since Feb. 1, triple the usual number, and about 98 percent of them have died, scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Friday.

How this gargantuan gator became a Pasco County family's pet

Gender reveal parties seem to be the new norm, but one Pasco County family topped them all: Their pet gator helped them find out they're having a girl. 

Donkey stands his ground against invading alligator

Snickers the donkey is a fixture at NJoy Spirits Distillery in Weeki Wachee, Florida, and this week, he had to stand his ground against an alligator invading his territory. 

VIDEO: 9-foot alligator sneaks into Florida homeowner's garage

It's alligator mating season and the big beasts are on the prowl, popping up in some of the most unexpected places.

Alligator crashes picnic at University of Florida

A Florida couple, enjoying a nice picnic by the lake, got a surprise from an unwanted guest.