Manatee deaths lower than last year, but experts warn 2023 could be another deadly year for sea cows
The number of manatee deaths dropped from the previous record-breaking year, but with 800 deaths in 2022, experts warn more needs to be done to protect these gentle giants.
The number of manatee deaths dropped from the previous record-breaking year, but with 800 deaths in 2022, experts warn more needs to be done to protect these gentle giants.
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.
Old NASA satellite falling from sky this weekend
The satellite studied how Earth absorbed and radiated energy from the sun.
The satellite studied how Earth absorbed and radiated energy from the sun.
Full wolf moon rises Friday night, here’s what you should know
The first full moon of the new year will appear at 6:08 p.m. ET.
The first full moon of the new year will appear at 6:08 p.m. ET.
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.
USF researchers studying Mauna Loa volcano eruption in Hawaii
University of South Florida researchers are studying the recent eruption of the Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii. For the team it was the opportunity to explore how lava flows and how we can better protect people who live near volcanoes.
University of South Florida researchers are studying the recent eruption of the Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii. For the team it was the opportunity to explore how lava flows and how we can better protect people who live near volcanoes.
Walter Cunningham, last surviving astronaut from 1968 Apollo 7 mission, dies at 90
Walter Cunningham, the last surviving astronaut from the first successful crewed space mission in NASA’s Apollo program, has died.
Walter Cunningham, the last surviving astronaut from the first successful crewed space mission in NASA’s Apollo program, has died.
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.
Celestial events to look out for in 2023
Don’t walk, run outside and stare at the sky during these days.
Don’t walk, run outside and stare at the sky during these days.
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.
Viking burial site discovered in backyard in Norway
When ancient artifacts were uncovered in the backyard of a home in Oslo, Norway, archaeologists were brought in to excavate — and they found what turned out to be a Viking burial site.
When ancient artifacts were uncovered in the backyard of a home in Oslo, Norway, archaeologists were brought in to excavate — and they found what turned out to be a Viking burial site.
Look up: See all 7 planets in the sky through the end of the year
For the most part, all seven planets can be viewed in the dusk sky with the naked eye, but you might want to grab your binoculars just in case.
For the most part, all seven planets can be viewed in the dusk sky with the naked eye, but you might want to grab your binoculars just in case.
NASA's launch schedule stays full for 2023 after a busy year with historic missions
This year was an amazing and exciting year for NASA. The long-awaited Artemis 1 moon mission finally launched, sending the Orion spacecraft to the moon and back, paving the way for future human exploration of the lunar surface.
This year was an amazing and exciting year for NASA. The long-awaited Artemis 1 moon mission finally launched, sending the Orion spacecraft to the moon and back, paving the way for future human exploration of the lunar surface.
Beautiful images captured of Mars’ frost-covered surface
The images were taken aboard NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.
The images were taken aboard NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.
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.