Dog vs shark: Standoff thrills tourists on Bahamas boat tour
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The sight of a massive hammerhead shark was a rare treat for 32 travelers on a tour boat in the Bahamas this week. But then, something stranger still: A dog dove from a nearby dock to confront the monstrous sea creature.

Florida Nuisance Alligator Hotline: What to do if you see an alligator

What do you do if you see a large alligator in Florida? Who do you call? Here's safety tips and how to contact the Florida Nuisance Alligator Hotline.

FWC: Alligator that killed Florida woman went after dog, then grabbed woman's foot

The FWC has released more details in the death of an 85-year-old woman in Fort Pierce, Florida, after she was attacked and killed by a large alligator on Monday.

Florida beaches could see record-breaking seaweed bloom

Researchers are watching a record amount of smelly seaweed called sargassum build up in the Atlantic. It will most likely end up on Florida beaches.

Florida woman, 85, killed by large alligator in St. Lucie County, FWC says

An 85-year-old woman was attacked and killed by a large alligator on Monday in St. Lucie County, Florida, Florida wildlife officials said.

FAA proposing a $175,000 fine against SpaceX

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a $175,000 fine against SpaceX for not submitting required pre-launch data.

American bald eagles build new home at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center

Alongside all the human innovations, the Kennedy Space Center has become known for its refuge for thousands of animals -- including America’s national bird.

'Swarm of Meteors' illuminate Kansas sky

The NWS posted the video on its Twitter page showing a batch of meteors and stars traveling in outer space.

Flaco the escaped Central Park Zoo owl can remain in the wilds of NYC

Central Park Zoo officials say they are dropping efforts to capture Flaco, a majestic Eurasian eagle-owl that escaped captivity two weeks ago.

NASA confirms 1,000-pound meteor hit the ground in Texas

NASA experts believe the space rock that was about 2 feet wide and 1,000 pounds hit that hit the ground Wednesday near McAllen, Texas.

Alligator with mouth taped shut in Brandon pond rescued and relocated

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has trapped and relocated an alligator that had been in a Brandon neighborhood retention pond with its mouth taped shut since December.