Over 25,000 invasive lionfish removed from Florida's waters during three-month state challenge
In three months, nearly 200 divers searched and removed thousands of lionfish from Florida's waters – 25,299 to be exact.
In three months, nearly 200 divers searched and removed thousands of lionfish from Florida's waters – 25,299 to be exact.
Video: Mako shark jumps onto fishing boat in Maine
“A once-in-a-lifetime experience!” Sea Ventures Charters wrote in a Facebook post. “Thankfully, no one on board was injured!”
“A once-in-a-lifetime experience!” Sea Ventures Charters wrote in a Facebook post. “Thankfully, no one on board was injured!”
Rare butterfly rebounds in Florida after it was believed to be extinct
A rare butterfly that was previously believed to be extinct is returning to Florida. Experts say the Atala butterfly appears to be making a comeback because its host plant is becoming more popular in gardens and landscapes.
A rare butterfly that was previously believed to be extinct is returning to Florida. Experts say the Atala butterfly appears to be making a comeback because its host plant is becoming more popular in gardens and landscapes.
Australian man killed by kangaroo, first fatal attack in over 85 years
Police later shot, killed kangaroo after it prevented paramedics from reaching man.
Police later shot, killed kangaroo after it prevented paramedics from reaching man.
Woman finds raccoon hanging out in hammock outside her Pennsylvania home
Forget sleeping in a tree — one intrepid raccoon in Pennsylvania decided to make itself at home by lounging in a woman's hammock.
Forget sleeping in a tree — one intrepid raccoon in Pennsylvania decided to make itself at home by lounging in a woman's hammock.
Terra Ceia residents hope for change as more injured pelicans get stuck in rookery near Skyway Fishing Pier
More and more people near Terra Ceia are trying to rescue pelicans that end up getting stuck, many hanging from a rookery off Manatee County. They believe the birds are flying south from the Skyway Fishing Pier.
More and more people near Terra Ceia are trying to rescue pelicans that end up getting stuck, many hanging from a rookery off Manatee County. They believe the birds are flying south from the Skyway Fishing Pier.
Two rare orange lobsters delivered to Hudson seafood market find new home at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Twice a week, a Pasco County seafood markets get a shipment of lobster straight from Maine. Recently, they got not one, but two orange-colored lobsters. Now, the rare pair will be living out their days at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
Twice a week, a Pasco County seafood markets get a shipment of lobster straight from Maine. Recently, they got not one, but two orange-colored lobsters. Now, the rare pair will be living out their days at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
If you dodge those storms, here?s what to expect while fishing in the Gulf
It may not be the greatest weekend for fishing, but if you can avoid the storms, there are some opportunities from redfish to amberjacks, says Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina.
It may not be the greatest weekend for fishing, but if you can avoid the storms, there are some opportunities from redfish to amberjacks, says Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina.
America's rarest snake found choked to death on giant centipede in Florida
The rim rock crowned snake is the rarest snake in North America, and was spotted for the first time in 4 years in the Florida Keys — but researchers say the reptile was found dead, and had apparently choked to death while trying to eat a giant centipede.
The rim rock crowned snake is the rarest snake in North America, and was spotted for the first time in 4 years in the Florida Keys — but researchers say the reptile was found dead, and had apparently choked to death while trying to eat a giant centipede.
'It's do or die': Man loses arm after surviving alligator attack at Lake Manatee
The man was alone and missing part of his arm after he was attacked by the gator at Lake Manatee and spent three days lost in the woods before finding help.
The man was alone and missing part of his arm after he was attacked by the gator at Lake Manatee and spent three days lost in the woods before finding help.
Sonar image appears to show '50-foot megalodon' shark near boat. This is what it really was
An incredible sonar image of what researchers thought was a 50-foot megalodon shark led them to believe the prehistoric beast of the seas had returned – until they realized what it really was.
An incredible sonar image of what researchers thought was a 50-foot megalodon shark led them to believe the prehistoric beast of the seas had returned – until they realized what it really was.
WATCH: Bears caught ‘dancing’ in driveway of Florida home in viral video
Two black bears were recently caught having the time of their lives outside a Florida home in Naples.
Two black bears were recently caught having the time of their lives outside a Florida home in Naples.
Police: Pennsylvania woman killed by bull shark while snorkeling in the Bahamas
Authorities say a 58-year-old Pennsylvania woman died after she was attacked by a bull shark while snorkeling in Nassau, Bahamas.
Authorities say a 58-year-old Pennsylvania woman died after she was attacked by a bull shark while snorkeling in Nassau, Bahamas.
Real or fake? Photo of alligator being hauled behind SUV on Florida highway raises questions
A photo of an alligator – presumed to have been killed during a hunt – being hauled behind an SUV in Florida over the weekend has begun to make the rounds on social media – and has people divided and asking questions
A photo of an alligator – presumed to have been killed during a hunt – being hauled behind an SUV in Florida over the weekend has begun to make the rounds on social media – and has people divided and asking questions
Venomous puss caterpillars in Florida: What to do if you get stung
The venomous puss caterpillars are popping up around Central Florida – and you'll want to keep your distance!
The venomous puss caterpillars are popping up around Central Florida – and you'll want to keep your distance!
How you can help baby squirrels separated from their mother during storms
Wildlife rehabbers said they are seeing too many baby squirrels. It's mating season for squirrels, but recent storms have brought down trees separating mothers from their babies.
Wildlife rehabbers said they are seeing too many baby squirrels. It's mating season for squirrels, but recent storms have brought down trees separating mothers from their babies.
Video: Deputy wrangles rattlesnake outside Florida home
A Southwest Florida homeowner is breathing a sigh of relief, and a venomous snake is back in the wild after a deputy captured the venomous varmint outside a Lee County residence.
A Southwest Florida homeowner is breathing a sigh of relief, and a venomous snake is back in the wild after a deputy captured the venomous varmint outside a Lee County residence.
Alligator attacks 77-year-old Bradenton woman, FWC says
A Bradenton woman was hospitalized Saturday night after she was attacked by a nearly 8-foot alligator, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
A Bradenton woman was hospitalized Saturday night after she was attacked by a nearly 8-foot alligator, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
Headed to the beach? Don’t forget, it’s still sea turtle nesting season
Many will be heading to the beach on Labor Day while it is still sea turtle nesting season, and wildlife officials are reminding beachgoers not to mess with any of the nests.
Many will be heading to the beach on Labor Day while it is still sea turtle nesting season, and wildlife officials are reminding beachgoers not to mess with any of the nests.
Venomous puss caterpillars spotted in Central Florida
Look but don't touch!
Look but don't touch!