How amber lights are saving baby sea turtles in Tampa Bay
Wildlife conservation groups and utility crews are installing sea turtle-friendly amber lighting along Tampa Bay beaches to protect newborn hatchlings heading toward the Gulf.
Wildlife conservation groups and utility crews are installing sea turtle-friendly amber lighting along Tampa Bay beaches to protect newborn hatchlings heading toward the Gulf.
Move over Jimothy: Dog with same short spine syndrome as raccoon melts hearts on internet
Jimothy, the viral raccoon, isn't the only internet star with short spine syndrome. Meet Cooper, the lovable rescue dog winning hearts on social media.
Jimothy, the viral raccoon, isn't the only internet star with short spine syndrome. Meet Cooper, the lovable rescue dog winning hearts on social media.
Huge cooldown for Tampa Bay waters
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says we have seen a huge cooldown in the Tampa Bay waters after heavy rainfall. This should excite our fish with more bait and freshwater added to our estuary.
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says we have seen a huge cooldown in the Tampa Bay waters after heavy rainfall. This should excite our fish with more bait and freshwater added to our estuary.
There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Woman attacked by brown bear while hiking with friend and 3 dogs near Alaska state park
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
Alligator blocks Palm Bay front door, trapping family in home: ‘Jaw dropping’
A Palm Bay family got an unexpected late-night wake-up call on Friday when a massive alligator wandered right up to their front porch and refused to leave.
A Palm Bay family got an unexpected late-night wake-up call on Friday when a massive alligator wandered right up to their front porch and refused to leave.
Heavy rain cools and flushes Tampa Bay waters
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says this influx of rain we are seeing is very beneficial for Tampa Bay waters as fish get a much-needed chance to cool off.
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says this influx of rain we are seeing is very beneficial for Tampa Bay waters as fish get a much-needed chance to cool off.
FWC: 13-foot alligator attacked, killed Florida woman, DNA test confirms
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.
9-foot alligator cools off in pool of Venice home
A Venice homeowner got quite the wake-up call when a 9-foot, 4-inch alligator pushed through the home’s screened enclosure before taking an early morning dip in the pool, according to the Venice Police Department.
A Venice homeowner got quite the wake-up call when a 9-foot, 4-inch alligator pushed through the home’s screened enclosure before taking an early morning dip in the pool, according to the Venice Police Department.
New moon weekend great for nighttime fishing
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says a new moon weekend is approaching which means nighttime fishing is primetime for catching a lot of fish and beating the heat while you do it.
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says a new moon weekend is approaching which means nighttime fishing is primetime for catching a lot of fish and beating the heat while you do it.
Florida’s 2026 Python Challenge begins Friday: Here’s what to know
Python hunters in Florida will begin competing in the state’s annual removal competition one minute after the clock strikes midnight on Friday.
Python hunters in Florida will begin competing in the state’s annual removal competition one minute after the clock strikes midnight on Friday.
Watch: Heroic husky protects child from charging bear
A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.
A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.
Florida alligator that killed woman performed 'death roll' during attack: Report
The Orange County Medical Examiner's Office has released its preliminary report into the death of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by a large alligator at Little Big Econ State Forest.
The Orange County Medical Examiner's Office has released its preliminary report into the death of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by a large alligator at Little Big Econ State Forest.
Best times to fish during hot quarter moon weekend
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says the best opportunities to fish this weekend come during the early morning or late evening hours. Hubbard says this is when the water will be coolest amidst a quarter moon weekend when we are seeing lots of heat and warm water.
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says the best opportunities to fish this weekend come during the early morning or late evening hours. Hubbard says this is when the water will be coolest amidst a quarter moon weekend when we are seeing lots of heat and warm water.
Boyfriend of Florida woman killed in alligator attack: She was amazing, caring
The boyfriend of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by an alligator, remembered her as someone who was strong, caring, outgoing, and loved to be out on the water.
The boyfriend of Brittany Clark, the Florida woman who was attacked and killed by an alligator, remembered her as someone who was strong, caring, outgoing, and loved to be out on the water.
11-year-old boy dies of rabies after bat landed on his face
A recently published case report is warning the public about the dangers of direct contact with bats after an 11-year-old boy died from rabies.
A recently published case report is warning the public about the dangers of direct contact with bats after an 11-year-old boy died from rabies.
Florida wildlife officials warn against holiday beach fireworks to protect nesting sea turtles, sea birds
Florida wildlife officials are urging July Fourth beachgoers to leave personal fireworks at home and watch professional shows to protect vulnerable sea turtles and nesting shorebirds along the coast.
Florida wildlife officials are urging July Fourth beachgoers to leave personal fireworks at home and watch professional shows to protect vulnerable sea turtles and nesting shorebirds along the coast.
Alligator bites, deadly attacks in Florida: Year-by-Year breakdown
How common are deadly alligator attacks? From 1948 through 2025, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recorded 500 total unprovoked alligator bites, which led to 32 deaths.
How common are deadly alligator attacks? From 1948 through 2025, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recorded 500 total unprovoked alligator bites, which led to 32 deaths.
Florida woman killed in alligator attack remembered: Full of life, adventure, kindness
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
2 huge alligators killed after Florida woman dies in alligator attack, FWC says
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.