TSA: Traveler tries to sneak four-foot ‘emotional support’ snake through security at Tampa airport
Snakes on a plane? Not at Tampa International Airport. Transportation Security Administration agents at Tampa International Airport made a shocking discovery when they found a slithery stowaway trying to get through security.
Snakes on a plane? Not at Tampa International Airport. Transportation Security Administration agents at Tampa International Airport made a shocking discovery when they found a slithery stowaway trying to get through security.
2nd bald eagle egg hatches in Southwest Florida nest
The second of two eggs in the nest of bald eagles Harriet and M15 has hatched.
The second of two eggs in the nest of bald eagles Harriet and M15 has hatched.
How active are the inshore fish right now?
Capt. Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina says we are on the backside of the cold front and full moon, meaning there is ?good moving currents? making the fish active.
Capt. Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina says we are on the backside of the cold front and full moon, meaning there is ?good moving currents? making the fish active.
Venice wildlife center taking in recycled Christmas trees for rescued animals
As you begin to take down your Christmas decorations, don't be too quick to place your tree out for the trash. The Wildlife Center of Southwest Florida is putting live Christmas trees to good use.
As you begin to take down your Christmas decorations, don't be too quick to place your tree out for the trash. The Wildlife Center of Southwest Florida is putting live Christmas trees to good use.
Harriet, M15 - the famous eagles of southwest Florida - are expecting 2 eaglets following Hurricane Ian
Hatch watch is underway for a well-known eagle named Harriet down in North Fort Myers. A pip or a crack in the egg could come any day now. Once that time inches closer, thousands will log onto Southwest Florida Eagle Cam.
Hatch watch is underway for a well-known eagle named Harriet down in North Fort Myers. A pip or a crack in the egg could come any day now. Once that time inches closer, thousands will log onto Southwest Florida Eagle Cam.
Tampa Bay Fishing Report for the first week of 2023
Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina provides the very last fishing report for 2022. He said red tide has appeared to back off, clearing the way for a solid fishing week.
Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina provides the very last fishing report for 2022. He said red tide has appeared to back off, clearing the way for a solid fishing week.
Alaska Zoo takes in orphaned polar bear found wandering alone
Federal and local officials made the rare move to remove the male bear from the wild population.
Federal and local officials made the rare move to remove the male bear from the wild population.
Scientists find signs of Alzheimer's in dolphin brains
In total, 22 dolphin brains were studied in which researchers noted that the animals presented alterations in their brain chemistry, changes most commonly found in humans who have Alzheimer's.
In total, 22 dolphin brains were studied in which researchers noted that the animals presented alterations in their brain chemistry, changes most commonly found in humans who have Alzheimer's.
TECO's Manatee Viewing Center is a popular destination for sea cows and tourists alike
The power station uses water from Tampa Bay for cooling and then returns the water, clean and warm, creating a refuge for manatees in cold weather.
The power station uses water from Tampa Bay for cooling and then returns the water, clean and warm, creating a refuge for manatees in cold weather.
Cold-stunned iguanas become immobile across South Florida as temperatures dropped Christmas weekend
When temperatures fall, so do iguanas. Down in South Florida, after temperatures dropped to the 40s, the invasive reptiles were immobile.
When temperatures fall, so do iguanas. Down in South Florida, after temperatures dropped to the 40s, the invasive reptiles were immobile.
Relocated ‘nuisance’ bear travels nearly 1,000 miles, returns to national park
A bold black bear with a reputation for looting campsites and backpacks has wowed researchers once again.
A bold black bear with a reputation for looting campsites and backpacks has wowed researchers once again.
Tropical fish farmers bracing for any impacts from cold temperatures
Tropical fish farmers are paying close attention to the cold weather temperatures ahead of Christmas to brace their business for any impacts.
Tropical fish farmers are paying close attention to the cold weather temperatures ahead of Christmas to brace their business for any impacts.
Gopher tortoise's shell illegally airbrushed by unknown person in Zephyrhills, sanctuary says
It's been two weeks since someone spray-painted a gopher tortoise's shell, and those working to remove the pink and white layers say they aren't even halfway done.
It's been two weeks since someone spray-painted a gopher tortoise's shell, and those working to remove the pink and white layers say they aren't even halfway done.
How do fish react to cold snaps?
Capt. Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina explains the bite before and after a cold snap. He says it takes fish activity to calm down after the front passes through ? especially near shore and offshore.
Capt. Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina explains the bite before and after a cold snap. He says it takes fish activity to calm down after the front passes through ? especially near shore and offshore.
Wildlife crossings over I-4 could help save the Florida panther
The recent discovery of a young male panther that was hit and killed by a car in Hillsborough County shows the potential for panthers to migrate north. Now, those who work to protect wildlife hope to find ways to help panthers thrive.
The recent discovery of a young male panther that was hit and killed by a car in Hillsborough County shows the potential for panthers to migrate north. Now, those who work to protect wildlife hope to find ways to help panthers thrive.
Florida zoo workers shoot, kill bear that escaped and attacked zookeeper
A Jacksonville Zoo employee is recovering in the hospital after a bear escaped its exhibit and attacked the worker. The zoo's lethal team shot and killed the bear in order to save the worker's life, saying a tranquilizer wouldn't have been effective in stopping the attack.
A Jacksonville Zoo employee is recovering in the hospital after a bear escaped its exhibit and attacked the worker. The zoo's lethal team shot and killed the bear in order to save the worker's life, saying a tranquilizer wouldn't have been effective in stopping the attack.
When do iguanas fall from trees in Florida (and will it happen on Christmas Day)?
Although they may not be native to Florida, iguanas do have something in common with actual Sunshine State residents. They just aren't used to the cold weather. Could there be another "falling iguana" alert this Christmas weekend?
Although they may not be native to Florida, iguanas do have something in common with actual Sunshine State residents. They just aren't used to the cold weather. Could there be another "falling iguana" alert this Christmas weekend?
Florida deputy saves hawk being strangled by snake after bird's would-be meal tried to 'turn the tables'
"You're never going to believe this, but the bird was trying to eat a snake, and the snake had strangled it, but I got it loose," the deputy told dispatchers.
"You're never going to believe this, but the bird was trying to eat a snake, and the snake had strangled it, but I got it loose," the deputy told dispatchers.
10 cold, stunned sea turtles found in Cape Cod Bay receiving care at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Clearwater Marine Aquarium is known for their sea animal rescues. Last week, they received 10 cold, stunned sea turtles from the Cape Cod area that are now getting warmed up, so they can be ready for release.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium is known for their sea animal rescues. Last week, they received 10 cold, stunned sea turtles from the Cape Cod area that are now getting warmed up, so they can be ready for release.
WATCH: Hungry bear steals Chick-fil-A order from Florida family's home
"He didn't want the salad though, nothing to do with the salad...weird," the homeowner says in the now viral video.
"He didn't want the salad though, nothing to do with the salad...weird," the homeowner says in the now viral video.