Viral 3-legged bear 'Tripod' isn't alone: FWC says 2 similar bears roaming Central Florida

The famous three-legged bear, dubbed “Tripod," has been spotted again in Seminole County. According to wildlife officials, there is actually more than one three-legged bear in Central Florida. At least one local expert says they need help.

3 three-legged bears roaming Central Florida
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said there are three known three-legged bears that it is tracking in Central Florida/ Bear advocates said the bears' injuries were likely sustained from snare traps or car vehicle strikes.

3-legged bear returns to another home
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Tripod, the 3-legged bear who went viral for opening up a fridge outside a Florida home and taking a white claw has returned to another Florida home -- yes he opened their fridge as well.

13-foot alligator caught in Central Florida lake
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FOX 35 viewer Mark Whitmire sent us this picture, saying he caught this 13-foot monster over the weekend in a Central Florida lake. The alligator weighs about 700 pounds. Whitmire told us that he has never caught a gator this big. He did not specify where the gator was caught.

Undercover Texas jaguar cub sting results in country’s first charges under ‘Big Cat Act’

In December 2022, the Big Cat Act was put into effect, which made it illegal to import, transport, sell or possess any wildlife species that are prohibited. This includes jaguars, which are considered a prohibited species.

Jaguar sighting in southern Arizona reinvigorates conservationists

A wild jaguar was spotted in southern Arizona's Huachuca Mountains and the mysterious feline was photographed by federally run trail cameras. Photographs have yet to be released to the public but have been seen a southwest conservation advocate at the Center for Biological Diversity.

Florida man attacked by rabid river otter while feeding ducks, officials say

A Florida man feeding ducks at a nearby pond in Palm Beach County was attacked by a river otter, who later tested positive for rabies, officials said.

What to do when you encounter an alligator
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Floridians are very familiar with alligators. The reptiles are in every county in the state and can be found in most freshwater lakes, rivers, or canals. However, it is rare that a gator will attack a human. Still, if you ever come in close proximity to one, a Gatorland expert offers tips on how to avoid them.

Coyotes keep Longwood residents on edge
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A neighborhood in Longwood is fighting back after getting invaded by packs of coyotes. People living there say two dogs have been attacked recently and cats have gone missing.

'We risk decimating the population': Concerns, questions grow as Florida considers another bear hunt

Calls for a bear hunt are making a comeback in Florida. The debate is back in the spotlight after people have had several close encounters with bears recently all across the state.   

Concerns grow as Florida considers bear hunt
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Calls for a bear hunt are making a comeback in Florida. The debate is back in the spotlight after people have had several close encounters with bears recently all across the state. ??

Florida sheriff calls for bear hunt
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Florida Sheriff AJ "Tony" Smith in Franklin County is struggling with bear issues and suggests another bear hunt.

Florida man busted for keeping threatened tortoise species in household bucket, FWC says

A Florida man was arrested after he was caught illegally keeping a threatened tortoise species in a 5-gallon bucket in his home, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.