Hurricanes Helene, Milton may have spread dangerous invasive species across Southeast

As the Southeast recovers from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, experts warn that floodwaters from the systems may have accelerated the spread of invasive species, which can be detrimental to local populations of plants and wildlife.

Florida alligator trapper finds gator with snare trap embedded in its snout: 'Terrible'

A young alligator got a second lease on life after a Florida trapper hired to remove it from a St. Augustine neighborhood noticed it was in need of some help. Turns out, it had a snare penetrating through its upper jaw.

Video: 12 old-stunned turtles warm up in Clearwater

A dozen Kemp’s Ridley turtles are recovering at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium after being stunned by the frigid waters of New England.

Friday Fishing report: Dec. 13, 2024
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Captain Dylan Hubbard says fish are active with a full moon coming up Sunday. Inshore, redfish are active throughout the entire region, while live shrimp and flounder are also good bets this time of year. Nearshore, hogfish are the ?center point.? Offshore, red snapper are biting well.

Monarch butterfly: Should they be given federal protections?

Depending on where they live in the U.S., some monarch butterfly populations could face extinction by 2080 if they aren’t extended federal protections, one expert said.

Friday Fishing report: Dec. 6, 2024
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Captain Dylan Hubbard says fishing is ?stellar? this time of year with fronts moving through the Tampa Bay area, leading to extra activity. Inshore, snook are on the move to the back and upper bay waters, along with redfish, shrimp and trout. Nearshore, hogfish are active. Offshore, the red snapper bite is good between fronts.

World's oldest known wild bird lays egg at 74 years old

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Pacific region says the 74-year-old Laysan albatross returned to the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge in late November to lay an egg.

Friday Fishing report: Nov. 29, 2024
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Captain Dylan Hubbard says the new moon is bringing lots of moving water and fish activity. Inshore, trout are on the move to the back bay and upper bay, while flounder are also active. Nearshore, hogfish are active as the cold front moves into Florida, along with mangrove snapper. Offshore, red snapper is back open for everyone.

Apollo Beach's Manatee Viewing Centers offering a experience

The Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach is a must-visit destination for wildlife enthusiasts and families looking for a unique outdoor experience. 

New monster tarantula species is 'hairy giant among dwarves'

Biologists have discovered a new tarantula species in Cuba that is bigger and hairier than other spiders in its genus.

Lost penguin’s 2,000-mile journey to Australia ends with return to Southern Ocean

The emperor penguin, dubbed Gus, had somehow swam over 2,000 miles from his icy home and was found on a sun-drenched beach in Denmark, Western Australia, earlier this month.