'Chubbs' the massive gator spotted at Palmetto golf course
It was a regular day of golfing for a Bradenton man, but then he came across a longtime resident at the Palmetto golf club: Chubbs the gator.
It was a regular day of golfing for a Bradenton man, but then he came across a longtime resident at the Palmetto golf club: Chubbs the gator.
Strangers join forces to rescue distressed manatee in Venice waterway
Marine scientists are trying to determine whether red tide is to blame for a manatee found in distress on Sunday.
Marine scientists are trying to determine whether red tide is to blame for a manatee found in distress on Sunday.
"Monster" alligator spotted on MacDill AFB golf course
MacDill Air Force Base is home to some of the country’s bravest warriors. But even they made sure to steer clear of one beast who was spotted lurking there Friday.
MacDill Air Force Base is home to some of the country’s bravest warriors. But even they made sure to steer clear of one beast who was spotted lurking there Friday.
In first 8 months of year, manatee death toll surpasses 2017
This year hasn't been a good one for the Florida manatee. According to state wildlife statistics, there have been more manatee deaths so far this year than all of last year.
This year hasn't been a good one for the Florida manatee. According to state wildlife statistics, there have been more manatee deaths so far this year than all of last year.
Gargantuan gator makes appearance at Palmetto golf course
The massive alligator affectionately called "Chubbs" has made another appearance at a Palmetto golf course.
The massive alligator affectionately called "Chubbs" has made another appearance at a Palmetto golf course.
Baby alligators soak up the sun at Circle B Bar Reserve
While it’s usually the big, dinosaur-like alligators who get all the attention at Circle B Bar Reserve south of Lakeland, the baby gators there are pretty cute, too.
While it’s usually the big, dinosaur-like alligators who get all the attention at Circle B Bar Reserve south of Lakeland, the baby gators there are pretty cute, too.
Deep Hole: One of the best spots in Florida to see alligators
If you want to see alligators, one of the best spots in the entire state is not far from Sarasota. But only a few people each day are allowed to make the trek.
If you want to see alligators, one of the best spots in the entire state is not far from Sarasota. But only a few people each day are allowed to make the trek.
Massive gator spotted at Palmetto golf course (again)
He's back! The gargantuan gator known as "Chubbs" was spotted around the eighth hole at the Buffalo Creek Golf Course this week.
He's back! The gargantuan gator known as "Chubbs" was spotted around the eighth hole at the Buffalo Creek Golf Course this week.
Make way for rays! 'Fever' spotted along Gandy Bridge
We've seen alligators in Florida using crosswalks. But how about a fever of rays using the boat channel? That's what SkyFOX spotted this morning: A large group of rays swimming through the channel under the Gandy Bridge.
We've seen alligators in Florida using crosswalks. But how about a fever of rays using the boat channel? That's what SkyFOX spotted this morning: A large group of rays swimming through the channel under the Gandy Bridge.
Make your own decor at Nook & Cranny DIY Workshop
We like to DIY in Charley's World! Charley Belcher headed to Nook & Cranny DIY Workshop in Pinellas Park, where they teach easy but great-looking do-it-yourself projects for your home.
We like to DIY in Charley's World! Charley Belcher headed to Nook & Cranny DIY Workshop in Pinellas Park, where they teach easy but great-looking do-it-yourself projects for your home.
Alligators in their natural environment
The SkyFOX drone flew over the Deep Hole sinkhole at Myakka River State Park, catching a glimpse of alligators doing what they do best: lounging and swimming.
The SkyFOX drone flew over the Deep Hole sinkhole at Myakka River State Park, catching a glimpse of alligators doing what they do best: lounging and swimming.
Manatee Viewing Center marks 30 years
Crisp blue skies made Thursday a perfect day to mark the 30th birthday of the popular TECO Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach. And the chilly air guaranteed that several guests of honor showed up.
Crisp blue skies made Thursday a perfect day to mark the 30th birthday of the popular TECO Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach. And the chilly air guaranteed that several guests of honor showed up.
Dozens of alligators gather at Myakka River State Park
Alligators are gathered near a sinkhole at lower Myakka Lake in Sarasota in a scene that has never been more Florida.
Alligators are gathered near a sinkhole at lower Myakka Lake in Sarasota in a scene that has never been more Florida.
'Deep Hole' is where the gators gather at Myakka River State Park
Alligators are gathered near a sinkhole at lower Myakka Lake in Sarasota in a scene that has never been more Florida.
Alligators are gathered near a sinkhole at lower Myakka Lake in Sarasota in a scene that has never been more Florida.
Fever of rays spotted in Tampa Bay
This might be enough to send chills down the spine of any Florida beachgoer: SkyFOX caught a glimpse of hundreds of rays swimming together in Tampa Bay on Wednesday.
This might be enough to send chills down the spine of any Florida beachgoer: SkyFOX caught a glimpse of hundreds of rays swimming together in Tampa Bay on Wednesday.
Gargantuan gator spotted at Palmetto golf course has new name
The massive alligator and longtime resident of the Buffalo Creek Golf Course in Palmetto was spotted by golfers while out for a walk Monday night.
The massive alligator and longtime resident of the Buffalo Creek Golf Course in Palmetto was spotted by golfers while out for a walk Monday night.
Petition launched for Lakeland woman to keep pet gator
A community is coming together in support of a Lakeland woman who is fighting to keep her pet alligator of 10 years.
A community is coming together in support of a Lakeland woman who is fighting to keep her pet alligator of 10 years.
Lakeland woman hopes to keep pet alligator, 'Rambo'
A Lakeland woman is hoping the Florida Wildlife Commission will allow her to keep her pet alligator, "Rambo," which is 15-years-old and has recently exceeded the allowable size for a pet alligator at a residence.
A Lakeland woman is hoping the Florida Wildlife Commission will allow her to keep her pet alligator, "Rambo," which is 15-years-old and has recently exceeded the allowable size for a pet alligator at a residence.
Lakeland woman fights to keep pet alligator
The woman fighting to keep her pet alligator after the Florida Wildlife Commission said it would have to go may get to keep her pet after all.
The woman fighting to keep her pet alligator after the Florida Wildlife Commission said it would have to go may get to keep her pet after all.

















