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.
Massive great hammerhead shark found dead on North Carolina beach
A 14-foot great hammerhead shark washed ashore on the north end of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, on Sunday.
A 14-foot great hammerhead shark washed ashore on the north end of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, on Sunday.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Jeff Bezos commit $200 million to save endangered species
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos are joining forces in an effort to help save some of the world's rarest animals.
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos are joining forces in an effort to help save some of the world's rarest animals.
Watch: Bison chases child at Yellowstone National Park during terrifying close encounter
A Bison at Yellowstone National Park suddenly chased a child during a close encounter caught on camera.
A Bison at Yellowstone National Park suddenly chased a child during a close encounter caught on camera.
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.