Protections for gopher tortoises under consideration by federal officials
Federal wildlife officials will decide in the coming months whether increased protections are needed for gopher tortoises, as Florida looks for ways to move the animals out of the path of development.
Federal wildlife officials will decide in the coming months whether increased protections are needed for gopher tortoises, as Florida looks for ways to move the animals out of the path of development.
See the video: Alligator spotted on Florida doorstep
Flagler County deputies were called out to a Florida home Sunday night to remove an unwanted guest – an alligator.
Flagler County deputies were called out to a Florida home Sunday night to remove an unwanted guest – an alligator.
Missouri fisherman catches 50-pound rare sturgeon
An angler in Missouri recently reeled in something you don't see every day — a lake sturgeon.
An angler in Missouri recently reeled in something you don't see every day — a lake sturgeon.
3 Sumatran tigers killed by animal traps as worldwide numbers dwindle to 400
Three critically endangered Sumatran tigers are dead after being caught in traps in Indonesia. Only about 400 are left in the wild, experts say.
Three critically endangered Sumatran tigers are dead after being caught in traps in Indonesia. Only about 400 are left in the wild, experts say.
Florida panther killed in Polk County marks 11 deaths since start of 2022
The panther killed in Polk County was a two-year-old male, according to wildlife officials. Panthers, especially males are on the move as natural Florida shrinks at an alarming rate.
The panther killed in Polk County was a two-year-old male, according to wildlife officials. Panthers, especially males are on the move as natural Florida shrinks at an alarming rate.
Fishing Report: April 22, 2022
Every Friday morning, Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina joins Good Day to fill viewers in on his fishing forecast as we head into the weekend. Here is his fishing report for April 22, 2022.
Every Friday morning, Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina joins Good Day to fill viewers in on his fishing forecast as we head into the weekend. Here is his fishing report for April 22, 2022.
Snook action is still strong inshore
Snook action has been good throughout the area this past week again. We are seeing plentiful fish moving around the flats, mangrove and sandy shorelines, oyster bars, and passes. Plus, the beaches have had a decent number of fish show up and stay around too, says Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina.
Snook action has been good throughout the area this past week again. We are seeing plentiful fish moving around the flats, mangrove and sandy shorelines, oyster bars, and passes. Plus, the beaches have had a decent number of fish show up and stay around too, says Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina.
Florida extending red snapper fishing season
Florida anglers this year will have extra days to fish for Gulf red snapper under an expanded season.
Florida anglers this year will have extra days to fish for Gulf red snapper under an expanded season.
Massive gator interrupts golfers at Stoneybrook course in Sarasota
How do you know when alligator mating season is in full swing in Florida? Ask the FWC – or someone who golfs.
How do you know when alligator mating season is in full swing in Florida? Ask the FWC – or someone who golfs.
‘Lizard King’ gets 7 months for trafficking Florida freshwater turtles
A Florida man has been sentenced to seven months in federal prison followed by a year of home confinement for his part in a scheme to smuggle illegally harvested Florida turtles to China, Japan and other places.
A Florida man has been sentenced to seven months in federal prison followed by a year of home confinement for his part in a scheme to smuggle illegally harvested Florida turtles to China, Japan and other places.
Venice police issue warning for pedestrians after another massive gator sighting
Another day, another Florida gator crosses a road and stops traffic.
Another day, another Florida gator crosses a road and stops traffic.
Watch: Dolphins splash in Sarasota PD Marine Patrol unit wake
Marine Patrol officers with the Sarasota Police Department had a fun day on the water with some dolphins jumping in their wake.
Marine Patrol officers with the Sarasota Police Department had a fun day on the water with some dolphins jumping in their wake.
2-year-old Florida panther struck, killed by vehicle; 11 total deaths in 2022
The remains of a 2-year-old male panther were found along Polk Parkway this week. It’s the 11th panther death attributed to fatal collisions, out of 11 total deaths this year.
The remains of a 2-year-old male panther were found along Polk Parkway this week. It’s the 11th panther death attributed to fatal collisions, out of 11 total deaths this year.
Florida wildlife officials eye expanding hours for gator hunting
Final approval of around-the-clock alligator hunting is set to go before state wildlife officials when they meet next month in Gainesville.
Final approval of around-the-clock alligator hunting is set to go before state wildlife officials when they meet next month in Gainesville.
Massive gator takes Easter Sunday stroll through Venice neighborhood
Sarasota County deputies believe it's quite possible the Easter bunny may have avoided a Venice neighborhood after a massive alligator was spotted.
Sarasota County deputies believe it's quite possible the Easter bunny may have avoided a Venice neighborhood after a massive alligator was spotted.
Venomous blue dragons washing on shore along Texas beaches
The unusual-looking creatures can be identified by wing-like fins and bizarre blue markings. Venomous sea slugs have recently been spotted along beaches on North Padre and Mustang Islands.
The unusual-looking creatures can be identified by wing-like fins and bizarre blue markings. Venomous sea slugs have recently been spotted along beaches on North Padre and Mustang Islands.
Officers rescue orphaned bear cub after car accident kills its entire family
As police officers in Massachusetts responded to a car accident that killed a mother bear and two of her cubs, they heard squealing and found a frightened third cub that had climbed a nearby tree after losing its family. The officers rescued the tiny orphaned cub and cared for it until wildlife veterinarians could take the little one.
As police officers in Massachusetts responded to a car accident that killed a mother bear and two of her cubs, they heard squealing and found a frightened third cub that had climbed a nearby tree after losing its family. The officers rescued the tiny orphaned cub and cared for it until wildlife veterinarians could take the little one.
Fishing Report: April 15, 2022
The weather – and water – are finally warming up ahead of Easter weekend and Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina at John's Pass in Madeira Beach says pleasant temps paired with a full moon set up the perfect scenario for a fun weekend of fishing.
The weather – and water – are finally warming up ahead of Easter weekend and Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina at John's Pass in Madeira Beach says pleasant temps paired with a full moon set up the perfect scenario for a fun weekend of fishing.
Full moon plus nice weather means great Easter fishing weekend
Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina at John's Pass says the weather has been treacherous for fishing. But finally, the full moon is definitely bringing us a lot of moving water, and we're excited about a nice weekend of weather and a great opportunity for hopefully catching a lot of these good eating fish.
Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard's Marina at John's Pass says the weather has been treacherous for fishing. But finally, the full moon is definitely bringing us a lot of moving water, and we're excited about a nice weekend of weather and a great opportunity for hopefully catching a lot of these good eating fish.
'Highly-contagious' bird flu found in bald eagles in Georgia
The bird flu is highly infectious, currently untreatable, and potentially deadly to any animal that is infected. Now it's been found in dead eagles in three of Georgia's counties.
The bird flu is highly infectious, currently untreatable, and potentially deadly to any animal that is infected. Now it's been found in dead eagles in three of Georgia's counties.