Cicadas 2024: May arrives, bringing billions of noisy bugs with it
The cicada-geddon is upon us, and while some states have seen these critters arrive earlier than expected, they better buckle up because billions, if not trillions, more are coming.
Idaho man arrested for kicking Yellowstone bison while drunk: officials
Clarence Yoder, 40, of Idaho Falls, ended up injuring himself in the incident that happened near the park’s West Entrance on April 21, according to the National Park Service.
Emotional support alligator, once in the running for America’s Favorite Pet, is missing: ‘Bring my baby back’
A Pennsylvania man is pleading for the safe return of his beloved emotional support alligator named WallyGator.
First local sea turtle nest of the season marked on Venice Beach
Sea turtle nesting season has once again begun early in the Tampa Bay region. The first local sea turtle nest was spotted on Venice Beach on Sunday.
Oregon man accused of deliberately poisoning thousands of young salmon
An Oregon man faces charges after allegedly pouring bleach into a hatchery tank, resulting in the death of thousands of young salmon.
Easterly wind could impact offshore fishing
Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina said with some winds this weekend, it might not be the best conditions for offshore fishing, but elsewhere the pleasant and warm weather pattern has been fruitful.
Emerging cicadas' cacophony triggers calls to police in South Carolina from confused residents
“Although to some, the noise is annoying, they pose no danger to humans or pets," Newberry County deputies said. “Unfortunately, it is the sounds of nature."
Dolphin found shot to death as NOAA offers $20K reward for info
A dolphin found dead in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, was confirmed to have been shot with a firearm, prompting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to offer a $20,000 reward for information leading to a conviction or penalty.
‘Largest raptor footprints ever’ discovered in China
‘I was flabbergasted,’ Scott Persons recalled to FOX Television Stations following his team’s discovery of five raptor footprints.
Beloved manatee, one of the oldest in Florida, dies at ZooTampa
ZooTampa is mourning the loss of one of the oldest manatees in the world. Juliet was more than 65 years old when she passed away early Sunday morning.
These bugs would normally be swarming Florida right now. But they’ve vanished
Florida is known for a variety of potentially dangerous wildlife: Alligators, sharks, mosquitoes, drunken spring breakers, and toxic green slime. Love bugs are generally not on that list.
Pacific sleeper shark: Study analyzes ‘possibly the largest predatory fish' in ocean
Researchers at NOAA Fisheries created a “one-stop shop" for information critical to conserving the Pacific sleeper shark.
Alligator on MacDill Air Force Base runway caught on camera being wrangled by FWC officers
An alligator may have been testing security at MacDill Air Force Base when the reptile wandered onto one of its runways.
VIDEO: Barefoot Florida man wrangles 8-foot alligator
One Florida man went toe to toe with a huge alligator in Jacksonville and lived to tell the tale.
Can you really eat cicadas? Try these delicious recipes to find out
Properly prepared cicadas can be a culinary delight, providing a sustainable and protein-rich option for adventurous food enthusiasts eager to explore new recipes with these edible insects.
How to keep cicadas out of your yard and protect your plants
While generally harmless, the massive emergence of trillions of cicadas can threaten your plants and garden. Here's your guide to managing and minimizing their impact this spring.
Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week, study finds
Researchers conducted an experiment submerging bumblebee queens in water and discovered that the insects have the ability to survive land flooding.
Cold fronts slowing down, leading to great fishing
Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina gave two big thumbs up for the beautiful weather we're seeing in Tampa Bay.
Video: Group seen pulling bear cub from tree to take pictures in North Carolina
One bear cub was later found in poor condition, “likely a result of the unnecessary and irresponsible actions of the people involved," the wildlife agency said.
FWC captures massive Burmese python in Everglades
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission captured one of the heaviest Burmese pythons on record in the Everglades.