Manatee in Indian River Lagoon rescued after being caught in crab trap
A manatee is recovering after wildlife rescuers freed it from a crab trap that left the animal struggling to surface for air in the Indian River Lagoon near Titusville.
A manatee is recovering after wildlife rescuers freed it from a crab trap that left the animal struggling to surface for air in the Indian River Lagoon near Titusville.
Beachgoers say man cut up sharks, left remains on Redington Shores beach two weeks in a row
There was a shark sighting in Redington Shores over the weekend, but not necessarily in the way you’d think. Beach visitors say they saw someone cut the tail off of a shark that had a hook in its mouth Sunday, and leave the rest of it on the beach.
There was a shark sighting in Redington Shores over the weekend, but not necessarily in the way you’d think. Beach visitors say they saw someone cut the tail off of a shark that had a hook in its mouth Sunday, and leave the rest of it on the beach.
Child hospitalized after alligator attack at Weeki Wachee Preserve: HCSO
A child is recovering in the hospital after an alligator bit them while swimming Monday at the Weeki Wachee Preserve in Hernando County.
A child is recovering in the hospital after an alligator bit them while swimming Monday at the Weeki Wachee Preserve in Hernando County.
Matt Suhey, Chicago Bears fullback and 1985 Super Bowl champion, dies at 68
Matt Suhey, an iconic Chicago Bears fullback who won Super Bowl XX with the team, died on Sunday.
Matt Suhey, an iconic Chicago Bears fullback who won Super Bowl XX with the team, died on Sunday.
Watch: Mystery animal attacks man in New Hampshire parking lot
A mystery animal attacked a man in a Lebanon, New Hampshire, parking lot, surveillance video released by police shows.
A mystery animal attacked a man in a Lebanon, New Hampshire, parking lot, surveillance video released by police shows.
Record-breaking sea turtle nesting season continues on Florida's Space Coast
Sea turtle nesting is on pace for a record year along Florida's Space Coast, with thousands more nests already recorded than in previous seasons and nearly two months remaining before nesting season ends.
Sea turtle nesting is on pace for a record year along Florida's Space Coast, with thousands more nests already recorded than in previous seasons and nearly two months remaining before nesting season ends.
Surfer reports shark bite at New Smyrna Beach, officials say
A surfer reported that he was out in the ocean at New Smyrna Beach on Wednesday morning when a shark bit his foot, according to Volusia County Beach Safety.
A surfer reported that he was out in the ocean at New Smyrna Beach on Wednesday morning when a shark bit his foot, according to Volusia County Beach Safety.
Peacocks plague Casselberry neighborhood; residents asking for ordinance overhaul
Peacocks are dividing a Casselberry neighborhood, where some residents say the colorful birds are damaging property and creating sanitation problems, while others argue they are part of the community's charm.
Peacocks are dividing a Casselberry neighborhood, where some residents say the colorful birds are damaging property and creating sanitation problems, while others argue they are part of the community's charm.
Florida bear hunting: Permit applications open Sept. 11
Hunters looking to participate in Florida's upcoming bear hunting season can submit permit applications starting Sept. 11, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Hunters looking to participate in Florida's upcoming bear hunting season can submit permit applications starting Sept. 11, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Peekachu, rescued beluga whale at Shedd Aquarium, dies suddenly
Peekachu, one of eight beluga whales recently rescued from a closed Canadian marine park and brought to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, died suddenly Tuesday evening.
Peekachu, one of eight beluga whales recently rescued from a closed Canadian marine park and brought to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, died suddenly Tuesday evening.
When a baby kangaroo broke its leg, the Brevard Zoo was there to help
A baby red kangaroo named Holly is receiving around-the-clock care at the Brevard Zoo after somehow injuring her leg, likely while inside her mother's pouch, the zoo said.
A baby red kangaroo named Holly is receiving around-the-clock care at the Brevard Zoo after somehow injuring her leg, likely while inside her mother's pouch, the zoo said.
Mystery on the Space Coast: What are these clear ‘jumping sticks’ on the beach?
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch, translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, leaving beachgoers and marine experts alike taking a second look.
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch, translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, leaving beachgoers and marine experts alike taking a second look.
Firefighters help stranded manatees back into water, prompting response from FWC
New Smyrna Beach firefighters helped two stranded manatees back into the water after the animals spent more than eight hours on shore.
New Smyrna Beach firefighters helped two stranded manatees back into the water after the animals spent more than eight hours on shore.
Man busted after customs uncovers bizarre cargo hidden inside 22 pairs of socks
A man was arrested at a Tokyo airport after authorities discovered about 200 lizards stuffed inside 22 pairs of socks in his suitcase, according to reports.
A man was arrested at a Tokyo airport after authorities discovered about 200 lizards stuffed inside 22 pairs of socks in his suitcase, according to reports.
Great white shark pulls lifeguard underwater at popular family beach destination on the East Coast
A lifeguard is recovering after a great white shark pulled him underwater near a popular family beach destination in Maine over the weekend, local officials said.
A lifeguard is recovering after a great white shark pulled him underwater near a popular family beach destination in Maine over the weekend, local officials said.
Good Samaritans Rush in to Save Woman being Attacked by Alligator
A peaceful weekend on the water in Marion County shattered in an instant when an alligator attacked a local swimmer. Seeing the horror unfold, Jacinda and Mike Head didn't hesitate and jumped into the water to pull her to safety. In an exclusive interview, the couple walks us through the harrowing rescue.
A peaceful weekend on the water in Marion County shattered in an instant when an alligator attacked a local swimmer. Seeing the horror unfold, Jacinda and Mike Head didn't hesitate and jumped into the water to pull her to safety. In an exclusive interview, the couple walks us through the harrowing rescue.
Florida wildlife officials investigate deadly bear shooting in Marion County
Florida wildlife officials are investigating the fatal shooting of a black bear near Lake Kerr in Marion County that neighbors say left three cubs without their mother.
Florida wildlife officials are investigating the fatal shooting of a black bear near Lake Kerr in Marion County that neighbors say left three cubs without their mother.
75 lost baby sea turtles rescued by Florida deputies
When dozens of young turtle hatchlings were seen making their way away from the ocean, some Volusia County deputies stepped in to help.
When dozens of young turtle hatchlings were seen making their way away from the ocean, some Volusia County deputies stepped in to help.
4 cases of 'rabbit fever' confirmed on Long Island, health department says
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.
Florida Python Challenge 2026 winner: 96 snakes and $10K grand prize
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released the winners of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released the winners of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge.