Sloth World Orlando: Investigation almost complete, findings expected in a few weeks, sheriff's office says
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it has almost completed its investigation into Sloth World Orlando and expects to release its results in the next couple of weeks, a spokesperson told FOX 35.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it has almost completed its investigation into Sloth World Orlando and expects to release its results in the next couple of weeks, a spokesperson told FOX 35.
Scientists discover 'demon' cavefish tucked away in Alabama cave
Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.
Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.
Gatorland welcomes rescued alligator after illegal feeding in the wild
Gatorland has taken in a large alligator that was removed after being illegally fed by people in the wild.
Gatorland has taken in a large alligator that was removed after being illegally fed by people in the wild.
What is sea pork? Strange blob washes ashore on Florida's Space Coast
A strange, blob-like organism that recently washed ashore on Florida's Space Coast has drawn attention from beachgoers.
A strange, blob-like organism that recently washed ashore on Florida's Space Coast has drawn attention from beachgoers.
VIDEO: Rattlesnakes spotted 'combat dancing' on Southern California street
A video captured by a FOX 11 viewer showing two massive rattlesnakes in Thousand Oaks served as a reminder that as heat rises, so do rattlesnake sightings.
A video captured by a FOX 11 viewer showing two massive rattlesnakes in Thousand Oaks served as a reminder that as heat rises, so do rattlesnake sightings.
Frightened orange cat stranded on Florida freeway saved by cleanup crew
One of FDOT's roadside cleanup crews recently added a new member to its team: an adorable – and now, much safer – orange cat that was found stranded on the Florida Turnpike.
One of FDOT's roadside cleanup crews recently added a new member to its team: an adorable – and now, much safer – orange cat that was found stranded on the Florida Turnpike.
Watch: Great white shark jumps out of water behind surfer at California beach
A surfer had no idea a great white shark was behind him – until his brother-in-law captured the moment on video.
A surfer had no idea a great white shark was behind him – until his brother-in-law captured the moment on video.
Black bears invade Lake Tahoe homes as break-ins surge and locals fortify defenses
South Lake Tahoe police received 174 bear-related calls so far this year.
South Lake Tahoe police received 174 bear-related calls so far this year.
More black tip sharks moving north? Florida professor studying shark migration patterns
Sharks are like snowbirds. When the ocean temperature gets too cold up north, they travel down to Florida to spend the winter in the warm water. And knowing where these sharks have been – and where different species of sharks are going, could help make swimming along Florida's beaches safe.
Sharks are like snowbirds. When the ocean temperature gets too cold up north, they travel down to Florida to spend the winter in the warm water. And knowing where these sharks have been – and where different species of sharks are going, could help make swimming along Florida's beaches safe.
Experts explain why New Smyrna Beach leads the nation in shark bites
New Smyrna Beach holds a title that might make some beachgoers think twice before going in the water: The Shark Bite Capital of the World.
New Smyrna Beach holds a title that might make some beachgoers think twice before going in the water: The Shark Bite Capital of the World.
Lake Eola swans head to new homes ahead of $60 million park renovation
As part of a $60 million park renovation, the City of Orlando is rehoming its iconic Lake Eola swans to a specialized facility for exotic animals.
As part of a $60 million park renovation, the City of Orlando is rehoming its iconic Lake Eola swans to a specialized facility for exotic animals.
Move over Jimothy: Dog with same short spine syndrome as raccoon melts hearts on internet
Jimothy, the viral raccoon, isn't the only internet star with short spine syndrome. Meet Cooper, the lovable rescue dog winning hearts on social media.
Jimothy, the viral raccoon, isn't the only internet star with short spine syndrome. Meet Cooper, the lovable rescue dog winning hearts on social media.
Bear dies after getting stranded on utility pole in New Mexico
A New Mexico community was in for an unusual sight this week when travelers spotted a bear stranded on top of a utility pole.
A New Mexico community was in for an unusual sight this week when travelers spotted a bear stranded on top of a utility pole.
There are now more ‘mosquito disease days’ in 95% of major US cities: See the map
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Climate change is lengthening mosquito season across much of the U.S., giving disease-carrying mosquitoes more time to spread illnesses. A new analysis reveals which cities are seeing the biggest increases.
Woman attacked by brown bear while hiking with friend and 3 dogs near Alaska state park
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
Near 300-pound distressed sea turtle rescued by U.S. Coast Guard crew in Lower Florida Keys
A distressed female loggerhead sea turtle was rescued by a U.S. Coast Guard crew about seven miles south of Sugarloaf Key on Sunday.
A distressed female loggerhead sea turtle was rescued by a U.S. Coast Guard crew about seven miles south of Sugarloaf Key on Sunday.
Wild monkey spotted in Mount Dora again. Here's what to know, do
City officials in Mount Dora have shared that more monkeys have recently been spotted in the area, reminding residents to keep a safe distance, as the animals can carry diseases and become aggressive. To prevent dangerous encounters, people should never feed, approach, or leave food out for the monkeys.
City officials in Mount Dora have shared that more monkeys have recently been spotted in the area, reminding residents to keep a safe distance, as the animals can carry diseases and become aggressive. To prevent dangerous encounters, people should never feed, approach, or leave food out for the monkeys.
Alligator blocks Palm Bay front door, trapping family in home: ‘Jaw dropping’
A Palm Bay family got an unexpected late-night wake-up call on Friday when a massive alligator wandered right up to their front porch and refused to leave.
A Palm Bay family got an unexpected late-night wake-up call on Friday when a massive alligator wandered right up to their front porch and refused to leave.
Good Samaritan helps rescue trapped sea turtle on Brevard County beach
A morning run at Bonsteel Beach Park turned into a wildlife rescue after a Brevard County woman discovered a nesting sea turtle trapped beneath a beach crossover and unable to return to the ocean.
A morning run at Bonsteel Beach Park turned into a wildlife rescue after a Brevard County woman discovered a nesting sea turtle trapped beneath a beach crossover and unable to return to the ocean.
FWC: 13-foot alligator attacked, killed Florida woman, DNA test confirms
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said laboratory testing has confirmed that DNA from 31-year-old Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the deadly attack on the Econlockhatchee River last month.