Florida Python Challenge registration open for snake hunters

The 2023 Florida Python Challenge® gives participants the opportunity to win over $30,000 in prizes and contribute to Everglade restoration efforts.

FWC: Venice man faces felony charges for destroying sea turtle nest

After nearly 10 months, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission says it has located and charged a man they say was caught on camera disturbing a sea turtle nest in Nokomis Beach State Park. 

New study reveals what, exactly, in human body odor attracts mosquitoes

What draws mosquitoes to certain people over others? A recent study aimed to investigate this question and found that mosquitoes “consistently, night after night," chose the same human scent.

Bear seen in Bay Area neighborhoods spotted in tree

A bear that has been spotted several times in the Lutz and Carrollwood area sought higher ground on Monday.

Good Catch Fishing Report: May 19, 2023
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Friday?s new moon means there?s not a lot of moonlight at night, which concentrates bait around artificial light sources such as dock lights and bridge lights so it?s easier to find the predatory fish.

Tiger shark attacks kayaker off Hawaii coast: ‘Mistook me for the seal’

The video, recorded on May 12, captures the moment the shark charged at the kayaker, only for him to kick the shark away in a quick act of self-defense.