Florida 'Crocodile Whisperer' uses controversial method to fight nuisance reptiles
Central Florida is home to alligators, but crocodiles are known to make an appearance as well. An alligator can be relocated, but crocodiles are persistent and will return back to the area.
Central Florida is home to alligators, but crocodiles are known to make an appearance as well. An alligator can be relocated, but crocodiles are persistent and will return back to the area.
7,000 corals returned to underwater nurseries after rescue mission off Florida Keys coast
Facing 90-degree-plus water temperatures, scientists evacuated thousands of stressed and dying corals. They worked against the clock and coral bleaching. Four weeks ago, researchers with Mote Marine Laboratory began the process of returning 7,000 corals to underwater nurseries.
Facing 90-degree-plus water temperatures, scientists evacuated thousands of stressed and dying corals. They worked against the clock and coral bleaching. Four weeks ago, researchers with Mote Marine Laboratory began the process of returning 7,000 corals to underwater nurseries.
After oil flows into Gulf of Mexico, search continues for pipeline leak
As much as 1.1 million gallons of oil may have been discharged into the Gulf of Mexico from a pipeline system off Louisiana's southeast coast, the U.S. Coast Guard said Tuesday.
As much as 1.1 million gallons of oil may have been discharged into the Gulf of Mexico from a pipeline system off Louisiana's southeast coast, the U.S. Coast Guard said Tuesday.
Video: 'Croczilla' spotted sunbathing by water in Florida’s Everglades National Park: 'What a lucky day'
A beloved crocodile nicknamed "Croczilla" was spotted sunbathing by the water in Florida’s Everglades National Park, while showing off its impressive set of teeth.
A beloved crocodile nicknamed "Croczilla" was spotted sunbathing by the water in Florida’s Everglades National Park, while showing off its impressive set of teeth.
Florida wildlife officials expected to vote on expanding alligator hunting season
Florida's wildlife commission could expand the annual alligator hunt.
Florida's wildlife commission could expand the annual alligator hunt.
Yellowstone National Park finds 1st case of fatal brain disease after deer carcass tests positive
Yellowstone National Park has confirmed its first case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) on Tuesday after a deer carcass in the park tested positive for the highly contagious and fatal brain disease
Yellowstone National Park has confirmed its first case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) on Tuesday after a deer carcass in the park tested positive for the highly contagious and fatal brain disease
Watch: 'Wild ice' skaters find breathtaking 'ice window' in Alaska
Spectacular video from an Alaska couple shows the "wild ice" skaters gliding over a frozen lake so clear, it felt more like snorkeling than skating.
Spectacular video from an Alaska couple shows the "wild ice" skaters gliding over a frozen lake so clear, it felt more like snorkeling than skating.
Echidna named after David Attenborough believed to be extinct, rediscovered
Scientists in Indonesia captured Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna on video for the first time in over 60 years.
Scientists in Indonesia captured Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna on video for the first time in over 60 years.
Watch: 'World's most dangerous bird' emerges from ocean in Australia, stunning beachgoers
"We’re not sure how long this animal was in the water or why it went for a swim but the footage is astonishing," Australian wildlife officials said.
"We’re not sure how long this animal was in the water or why it went for a swim but the footage is astonishing," Australian wildlife officials said.
Watch: Florida paddleboarder captures magical moment as manatee creates rainbow greeting
A paddleboarder in Florida had a whimsical encounter with a manatee during a day out in Ocala.
A paddleboarder in Florida had a whimsical encounter with a manatee during a day out in Ocala.
FWC educating Florida residents on tips to deter bear encounters
Central Florida is no stranger to bear sightings and encounters, and it shouldn't come as a shock. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said the largest concentration of bears comes from the Ocala National Forest and St. Johns River basin.
Central Florida is no stranger to bear sightings and encounters, and it shouldn't come as a shock. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said the largest concentration of bears comes from the Ocala National Forest and St. Johns River basin.
Explosives detection K-9 recovers after surviving alligator attack: 'He still loves to work'
An explosives detection K-9 who survived an alligator attack months ago is on a mission, along with his owners, to thank the doctors and nurses who helped save his life.
An explosives detection K-9 who survived an alligator attack months ago is on a mission, along with his owners, to thank the doctors and nurses who helped save his life.
2 Florida panthers killed, struck by vehicles in 48 hours, officials say
Two endangered Florida panthers have been struck and killed by vehicles, officials said.
Two endangered Florida panthers have been struck and killed by vehicles, officials said.
Australian man says he survived crocodile attack by biting back
An Australian farmer was attacked last month by a saltwater crocodile in the country's Northern Territory and dragged nearly 10 feet.
An Australian farmer was attacked last month by a saltwater crocodile in the country's Northern Territory and dragged nearly 10 feet.
Wild hogs tearing up yards in Sanford neighborhood
It's getting hogwild in Sanford. The animals have been tearing up yards in the neighborhood, causing damage to residents' properties on Klondike Place in Sanford.
It's getting hogwild in Sanford. The animals have been tearing up yards in the neighborhood, causing damage to residents' properties on Klondike Place in Sanford.
5 alligators found in Florida man's bathtub
A man from Saint Cloud has found himself in hot water after officers discovered he was keeping five alligators in a bathtub at his home, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
A man from Saint Cloud has found himself in hot water after officers discovered he was keeping five alligators in a bathtub at his home, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Florida man found with baby gators in tub
A Florida man was cited after FWC was tipped off about someone keeping five gators in their St. Cloud home. The gators were safely returned to Lake Tahoe.
A Florida man was cited after FWC was tipped off about someone keeping five gators in their St. Cloud home. The gators were safely returned to Lake Tahoe.
What is a kinkajou?
Here's what you need to know about kinkajous, a small animal that lives in tropical rainforests in Central and South America, according to the San Diego Zoo.
Here's what you need to know about kinkajous, a small animal that lives in tropical rainforests in Central and South America, according to the San Diego Zoo.
Watch: Deer suspected of ‘ding-dong ditch’ seen suspiciously darting off in video
Video shared by the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office showed a deer darting from the scene.
Video shared by the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office showed a deer darting from the scene.
Florida girl bitten by kinkajou at petting zoo birthday party while trying to feed it lettuce, FWC says
The kinkajou took a bite of the lettuce, and punctured the girl's right index finger in the process.
The kinkajou took a bite of the lettuce, and punctured the girl's right index finger in the process.