Florida lawmakers consider replacing state bird
Florida lawmakers could again consider replacing the mockingbird as the state bird. Bills backing the flamingo and the scrub jay have been proposed in recent years.
Florida lawmakers could again consider replacing the mockingbird as the state bird. Bills backing the flamingo and the scrub jay have been proposed in recent years.
VIDEO: Florida man attacked by bear while trying to save his dog
A man was bitten by a black bear cub while attempting to break up a fight between the animal and his dog in Florida, authorities said.
A man was bitten by a black bear cub while attempting to break up a fight between the animal and his dog in Florida, authorities said.
Dead fish wash ashore in Lake Eustis, prompting investigation by FWC
Residents near Lake Eustis are voicing concerns after hundreds of dead fish washed ashore over the weekend.
Residents near Lake Eustis are voicing concerns after hundreds of dead fish washed ashore over the weekend.
Orca Tahlequah seen pushing second dead calf in WA waters
Southern resident orca Tahlequah is suffering the loss of yet another calf. Here's where she and her deceased calf have been spotted.
Southern resident orca Tahlequah is suffering the loss of yet another calf. Here's where she and her deceased calf have been spotted.
Nova Scotia homeowner interrupts buck snacking on holiday plants: Caught on camera
A Nova Scotia homeowner deterred a hungry buck from enjoying her holiday porch decorations with the help of her security camera.
A Nova Scotia homeowner deterred a hungry buck from enjoying her holiday porch decorations with the help of her security camera.
Grieving orca who carried dead calf in 2018 now seen with newborn
An orca that captured the world’s attention in 2018 after she carried her dead newborn calf for weeks appears to be a new mother again, bringing a sign of hope to researchers.
An orca that captured the world’s attention in 2018 after she carried her dead newborn calf for weeks appears to be a new mother again, bringing a sign of hope to researchers.
Bald eagle soars to national designation on Minnesota man's wings
The United States has used the bald eagle as a national symbol since George Washington was president. But it only became the national bird recently, and only after a Minnesota man caught the oversight.
The United States has used the bald eagle as a national symbol since George Washington was president. But it only became the national bird recently, and only after a Minnesota man caught the oversight.
It's official: Biden signs new law, designates bald eagle as 'national bird'
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
Northern giant hornet declared eradicated in WA, US, officials confirm
The multiyear eradication campaign began in 2019.
The multiyear eradication campaign began in 2019.
How common are shark bites in Florida? Here's what experts say
Charley Hajek – better known as Gnarly Charley – has been surfing since the 1970s.
Charley Hajek – better known as Gnarly Charley – has been surfing since the 1970s.
Florida alligator trapper finds gator with snare trap embedded in its snout: 'Terrible'
A young alligator got a second lease on life after a Florida trapper hired to remove it from a St. Augustine neighborhood noticed it was in need of some help. Turns out, it had a snare penetrating through its upper jaw.
A young alligator got a second lease on life after a Florida trapper hired to remove it from a St. Augustine neighborhood noticed it was in need of some help. Turns out, it had a snare penetrating through its upper jaw.
How common are shark bites in Florida really?
New Smyrna Beach in Florida is often touted as the "shark bite capitol" of the world. But, how likely are you to actually have an interaction with a shark?
New Smyrna Beach in Florida is often touted as the "shark bite capitol" of the world. But, how likely are you to actually have an interaction with a shark?
Ocean heat wave known as 'The Blob' blamed for killing half the population of bird species
The new study suggested that 4 million seabirds died following unusually warm conditions in the northeastern Pacific Ocean between 2014 and 2016.
The new study suggested that 4 million seabirds died following unusually warm conditions in the northeastern Pacific Ocean between 2014 and 2016.
Video: Blind dog finds blind python in Florida Everglades: ‘Another notch on her belt’
Whoever said a blind dog can hunt has never met Helen. Not only can she hunt, but she recently found a blind python in the Florida Everglades.
Whoever said a blind dog can hunt has never met Helen. Not only can she hunt, but she recently found a blind python in the Florida Everglades.
2024 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards winner is a squirrel in a precarious position
A squirrel that found itself in a precarious position was the inspiration for this year’s Nikon Comedy Wildlife photo awards winner.
A squirrel that found itself in a precarious position was the inspiration for this year’s Nikon Comedy Wildlife photo awards winner.
Video: 2 dolphins stranded in shallow water lagoon for weeks rescued in Florida
Two dolphins are back where they belong after being trapped in a shallow lagoon, deep in a mangrove maze for weeks.
Two dolphins are back where they belong after being trapped in a shallow lagoon, deep in a mangrove maze for weeks.
Debate over proposed Florida bear hunt plays out at FWC meeting
Florida could be inching toward another sanctioned bear hunt.
Florida could be inching toward another sanctioned bear hunt.
Florida man spots monkey along St. Johns River in Volusia County
Tour boat captain Colin Innes said he saw a monkey along the St. Johns River. He said the first thing he did was pull out his phone and start recording.
Tour boat captain Colin Innes said he saw a monkey along the St. Johns River. He said the first thing he did was pull out his phone and start recording.
Monarch butterfly: Should they be given federal protections?
Depending on where they live in the U.S., some monarch butterfly populations could face extinction by 2080 if they aren’t extended federal protections, one expert said.
Depending on where they live in the U.S., some monarch butterfly populations could face extinction by 2080 if they aren’t extended federal protections, one expert said.
Panther deaths in Florida highest since 2016, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reports
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has reported the death of more than 30 panthers in the state so far in 2024.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has reported the death of more than 30 panthers in the state so far in 2024.