Invasive species in the Everglades
Dr. Frank Mazzotti, professor of wildlife ecology and one of the "Croc Docs" at the University of Florida answers some questions about what invasive species are the most harm to Florida and why the Sunshine State is such a magnet for these types of species.
Dr. Frank Mazzotti, professor of wildlife ecology and one of the "Croc Docs" at the University of Florida answers some questions about what invasive species are the most harm to Florida and why the Sunshine State is such a magnet for these types of species.
Fl. Aquarium breeds ‘super corals’
The Florida Aquarium is breeding heat-resistant super corals to save reefs and a team just returned from a mission in the Florida Keys.
The Florida Aquarium is breeding heat-resistant super corals to save reefs and a team just returned from a mission in the Florida Keys.
Drinking water changes due to drought
Parts of Florida are still experiencing a drought and it’s causing changes to our drinking water because more of it is being pumped from the ground instead of skimmed from the rivers.
Parts of Florida are still experiencing a drought and it’s causing changes to our drinking water because more of it is being pumped from the ground instead of skimmed from the rivers.
Saharan dust heading over Atlantic
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg answers some viewer questions about the Saharan dust and just how much comes off the coast of Africa.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg answers some viewer questions about the Saharan dust and just how much comes off the coast of Africa.
Answering your lightning safety questions
A lot of viewers had questions about lightning safety, so FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg set out to separate fact from fiction and bust some common lightning myths.
A lot of viewers had questions about lightning safety, so FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg set out to separate fact from fiction and bust some common lightning myths.
Scientists using sharks to predict hurricane intensity
Researchers have found an innovative new way to gather vital data from the ocean by turning sharks into mobile weather monitors. Dave O. the Science Pro explains.
Researchers have found an innovative new way to gather vital data from the ocean by turning sharks into mobile weather monitors. Dave O. the Science Pro explains.
Warmer climate creating bigger and more hail
New research suggests that we could see bigger and more damaging hailstorms in the future. FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains.
New research suggests that we could see bigger and more damaging hailstorms in the future. FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains.
Paving roads with recycled plastics, fishing nets
Hawaii has been laying down asphalt with a type of plastic that increases strength and durability. But now, instead of melting down new plastic, researchers are trying to make the asphalt mixture with recycled plastic.
Hawaii has been laying down asphalt with a type of plastic that increases strength and durability. But now, instead of melting down new plastic, researchers are trying to make the asphalt mixture with recycled plastic.
Diving suit developed for cockroaches
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains how "cyborg" cockroaches are being equipped with diving suits developed to scout disaster areas.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains how "cyborg" cockroaches are being equipped with diving suits developed to scout disaster areas.
The reason behind T. rex's tiny arms
Scientists may have finally solved the mystery of why T. rex had such tiny little arms. FOX 13 meteorologist Dave Osterberg shares what researchers have uncovered.
Scientists may have finally solved the mystery of why T. rex had such tiny little arms. FOX 13 meteorologist Dave Osterberg shares what researchers have uncovered.
Cuban earthquake felt in Tampa Bay area
Floridians had quite an unusual experience on Monday afternoon. A 6.1 magnitude earthquake just north of Cuba was felt in parts of the state. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg talked with Dr. Ray Russo, a geophysics professor at the University of Florida, about the unexpected event.
Floridians had quite an unusual experience on Monday afternoon. A 6.1 magnitude earthquake just north of Cuba was felt in parts of the state. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg talked with Dr. Ray Russo, a geophysics professor at the University of Florida, about the unexpected event.
Mosquitoes associate DEET with food: Study
Are mosquitoes actually becoming attracted to insect repellant? FOX 13’s Dave Osterberg explains why these bugs may be learning to associate repellants that include DEET with a “blood meal.”
Are mosquitoes actually becoming attracted to insect repellant? FOX 13’s Dave Osterberg explains why these bugs may be learning to associate repellants that include DEET with a “blood meal.”
Science behind the smell of rain
The smell of rain is one of the most universally recognized scents on the planet and there is a science behind it. Dave O. the Science Pro explains.
The smell of rain is one of the most universally recognized scents on the planet and there is a science behind it. Dave O. the Science Pro explains.
Dave O explains rogue waves
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains how rogue waves can surprise swimmers and disturb shorebird nests.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg explains how rogue waves can surprise swimmers and disturb shorebird nests.
Plants sprout faster with sound of rain
Researchers say some seeds will sprout faster when it rains. Dave Osterberg explains.
Researchers say some seeds will sprout faster when it rains. Dave Osterberg explains.
Gator mating season during a drought
Gator mating season is going into full swing in the next few weeks. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg chats with Kent Vliet about what to look out for during this season.
Gator mating season is going into full swing in the next few weeks. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg chats with Kent Vliet about what to look out for during this season.
Decline in lovebugs across Florida
Lovebugs are known for splattering into windshields and bumpers as you drive, but they seemed to have disappeared. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg talks with Dr. Norm Leppa about where these bugs have gone.
Lovebugs are known for splattering into windshields and bumpers as you drive, but they seemed to have disappeared. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg talks with Dr. Norm Leppa about where these bugs have gone.
Trees emitting ultraviolet light during storms
For the first time ever, researchers have captured treetops glowing during a thunderstorm. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg explains.
For the first time ever, researchers have captured treetops glowing during a thunderstorm. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg explains.
Study: Shrinking bird population getting worse
The shrinking bird population is getting worse faster according to a new study. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg explains.
The shrinking bird population is getting worse faster according to a new study. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg explains.
Botox may help fight effects of snakebites
Researchers say that Botox could now help in the critical moments after a venomous snakebite. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg shares the science behind it.
Researchers say that Botox could now help in the critical moments after a venomous snakebite. FOX 13's Dave Osterberg shares the science behind it.