Swatting hoaxes trigger zoo evacuations nationwide
A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.
A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.
Polk County driver arrested, caught with 13 live iguanas tied up in truck: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Winter Haven on Thursday morning after he was pulled over for driving with no tag light on his trailer, but when they got a closer look at his truck, they found 13 live iguanas.
The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Winter Haven on Thursday morning after he was pulled over for driving with no tag light on his trailer, but when they got a closer look at his truck, they found 13 live iguanas.
Bear cub, Rickie, returns to Brevard Zoo months after release
An orphaned Florida black bear cub that was released back into the wild after being rehabilitated has returned to the Brevard Zoo after becoming "overly friendly" toward people.
An orphaned Florida black bear cub that was released back into the wild after being rehabilitated has returned to the Brevard Zoo after becoming "overly friendly" toward people.
Massive sea lion named 'Chonkers' is social media sensation at Pier 39
Rare Steller sea lion nicknamed "Chonkers" has become a social media sensation after taking up residence at Pier 39 for over a month.
Rare Steller sea lion nicknamed "Chonkers" has become a social media sensation after taking up residence at Pier 39 for over a month.
Tennessee infant killed in dog attack at family home, police say
Police in Portland, Tennessee, are investigating after a 7-month-old girl was killed in a dog attack at her family’s home.
Police in Portland, Tennessee, are investigating after a 7-month-old girl was killed in a dog attack at her family’s home.
Authorities search for teens accused of harming gopher tortoise in DeLand
Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.
Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.
As marijuana use widens, vets are treating more pets for cannabis poisoning
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
AI-generated images used in scam targeting owners of missing dog
A Florida family searching for their missing dog says scammers used AI-generated images to try to extort nearly $2,800 by falsely claiming the pet needed emergency surgery after being hit by a car.
A Florida family searching for their missing dog says scammers used AI-generated images to try to extort nearly $2,800 by falsely claiming the pet needed emergency surgery after being hit by a car.
Merritt Island neighborhood terrorized by roaming dogs; nearly 20 cats killed
Neighbors in Merritt Island are desperate for change after several cats have been killed in the community.
Neighbors in Merritt Island are desperate for change after several cats have been killed in the community.
Hippos connected to Pablo Escobar face culling in Colombia
Dozens of hippos who descended from the ones brought to Colombia by onetime drug kingpin Pablo Escobar will be killed as the South American nation looks to control its population.
Dozens of hippos who descended from the ones brought to Colombia by onetime drug kingpin Pablo Escobar will be killed as the South American nation looks to control its population.
Over the moon: Watch Astronaut Christina Koch reunite with dog after lunar mission
For NASA astronaut Christina Koch, the journey of nearly 700,000 miles around the moon ended with a welcome that was decidedly down to earth.
For NASA astronaut Christina Koch, the journey of nearly 700,000 miles around the moon ended with a welcome that was decidedly down to earth.
IUCN Red List: Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals added to endangered list
One of the Antarctic’s most well-known and beloved animals is at the brink of extinction, and environmentalists are calling it a "stark warning" of the threat of climate change.
One of the Antarctic’s most well-known and beloved animals is at the brink of extinction, and environmentalists are calling it a "stark warning" of the threat of climate change.
Man accused of beating Chihuahua arrested in Brevard County
A man in Brevard County is accused of severely beating a Chihuahua after the dog urinated on a bed, authorities said.
A man in Brevard County is accused of severely beating a Chihuahua after the dog urinated on a bed, authorities said.
Marine Science Center hosts two-day Turtle Day event in Volusia County
The Marine Science Center in Volusia County is hosting its annual Turtle Day celebration as a two-day event, featuring hands-on activities, educational programs and opportunities to learn about marine conservation.
The Marine Science Center in Volusia County is hosting its annual Turtle Day celebration as a two-day event, featuring hands-on activities, educational programs and opportunities to learn about marine conservation.
Cats found in deplorable conditions at DeLand inn; several dead
Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.
Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.
VIDEO: Dog in Ireland seen honking car horn for owner to return
Neighbors in Killarney, Ireland got a rude awakening when a dog started honking a car horn while waiting for its owner to come back.
Neighbors in Killarney, Ireland got a rude awakening when a dog started honking a car horn while waiting for its owner to come back.
Florida alligator caught on camera enjoying early morning swim, Tampa trapper removes scaly suspect
A surprise guest took pool hopping to a very Florida level last month. An alligator broke into a local residence for an early morning solo swim.
A surprise guest took pool hopping to a very Florida level last month. An alligator broke into a local residence for an early morning solo swim.
Buddy, the largest alligator at Gatorland, has died
A 'real Florida OG' as he was affectionately known, Buddy measured 13 feet, 8 inches long and weighed nearly 1,000 pounds.
A 'real Florida OG' as he was affectionately known, Buddy measured 13 feet, 8 inches long and weighed nearly 1,000 pounds.
6 malnourished horses under new care after owners arrested for neglect of 70 animals
The owners of an animal rescue in Ocala have been arrested after nearly 70 neglected horses were seized from the property, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
The owners of an animal rescue in Ocala have been arrested after nearly 70 neglected horses were seized from the property, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
Disney: Red river hog piglets born at Animal Kingdom Lodge
Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.
Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.