Lake Eola swans: 19 have died over span of weeks; all tested positive for Avian flu: City
Over the span of nearly three weeks, 19 swans and 2 wild birds have been found dead at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. The birds have tested positive for Avian influenza, the City of Orlando said in a news release on Monday afternoon.
Over the span of nearly three weeks, 19 swans and 2 wild birds have been found dead at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. The birds have tested positive for Avian influenza, the City of Orlando said in a news release on Monday afternoon.
Oyster reefs are growing again in the Indian River Lagoon
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Cold snap sends manatees to Florida springs for winter warmth
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Spring State Park.
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Spring State Park.
Florida bear hunt reignites debate as conservationists push for federal protection
After Florida’s first black bear hunt in nearly a decade ended with far fewer animals killed than allowed, conservation groups say their efforts are shifting toward a larger legal fight.
After Florida’s first black bear hunt in nearly a decade ended with far fewer animals killed than allowed, conservation groups say their efforts are shifting toward a larger legal fight.
Woman dies in suspected mountain lion attack in Colorado
Wildlife officials in Colorado are investigating a suspected mountain lion attack that left one hiker dead.
Wildlife officials in Colorado are investigating a suspected mountain lion attack that left one hiker dead.
Look up tonight: Quadrantid meteor shower will peak, joined by 1st supermoon of 2026
This year's first supermoon is called the Super Wolf Moon.
This year's first supermoon is called the Super Wolf Moon.
Hundreds of manatees seek refuge from the cold at Blue Spring State Park
The cold weather across Central Florida this week brought hundreds of manatees to Blue Spring State Park in Volusia County.
The cold weather across Central Florida this week brought hundreds of manatees to Blue Spring State Park in Volusia County.
Busy launch year ahead for Space Coast as Artemis II, SpaceX missions loom
The Space Coast is preparing for another active year of launches, beginning with a SpaceX mission scheduled around midnight Sunday that will send additional satellites into orbit.
The Space Coast is preparing for another active year of launches, beginning with a SpaceX mission scheduled around midnight Sunday that will send additional satellites into orbit.
Cold snap sends endangered sea turtles to Central Florida for treatment
More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.
More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.
Whales near extinction spotted along the Space Coast: 'A marvel'
North Atlantic right whales were spotted off the coast of Brevard near Canova Park on Wednesday.
North Atlantic right whales were spotted off the coast of Brevard near Canova Park on Wednesday.
Total solar eclipse, northern lights, and flying to the moon: Celestial events to look forward to in 2026
In addition sending astronauts to fly around the moon, Earthlings can look forward to six of the eight planets parading across our skies.
In addition sending astronauts to fly around the moon, Earthlings can look forward to six of the eight planets parading across our skies.
Avian flu concerns spread to the Space Coast as more birds are dying: 'Very disheartening'
Beachgoers in Brevard County are noticing more dead birds on the beach. Rehabilitators at the Florida Wildlife Hospital are closely monitoring the situation and sending off samples of dead birds to test for avian flu.
Beachgoers in Brevard County are noticing more dead birds on the beach. Rehabilitators at the Florida Wildlife Hospital are closely monitoring the situation and sending off samples of dead birds to test for avian flu.
Florida bear hunt: 52 black bears killed, FWC says
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.
Quadrantid meteor shower peaks Friday night but bright supermoon may hinder visibility
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
Alzheimer’s disease could be reversed by restoring brain balance, study suggests
The medication restored normal NAD+ levels and fully reversed cognitive function in advanced Alzheimer's models.
The medication restored normal NAD+ levels and fully reversed cognitive function in advanced Alzheimer's models.
Survey: Nearly 3% of Americans believe they could beat a grizzly bear unarmed
A new survey has unveiled surprising confidence among Americans regarding their ability to take on various animals in unarmed fights.
A new survey has unveiled surprising confidence among Americans regarding their ability to take on various animals in unarmed fights.
Lake Eola swan deaths: Orlando Commissioner Patty Sheehan | Full
Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan held a news conference on Monday, Dec, 29, to discuss the deaths of at least 12 swans at Lake Eola Park. Since Dec. 23, a dozen swans have died at the downtown park. The cause is unknown, though Commissioner Sheehan speculated that it could be due to avian flu. The swans' bodies are being stored so necropsies (animal autopsy) can be performed.
Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan held a news conference on Monday, Dec, 29, to discuss the deaths of at least 12 swans at Lake Eola Park. Since Dec. 23, a dozen swans have died at the downtown park. The cause is unknown, though Commissioner Sheehan speculated that it could be due to avian flu. The swans' bodies are being stored so necropsies (animal autopsy) can be performed.
Traditional plant extract shows anti-inflammatory potential in early research
A plant used in Brazilian medicine has scientific potential to help people with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
A plant used in Brazilian medicine has scientific potential to help people with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
Space Coast Shakeup: Jared Isaacman confirmed as NASA chief while ULA CEO resigns
Significant leadership shifts are underway in Central Florida's space industry following the recent appointment of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman as the 15th NASA administrator. Meanwhile, the United Launch Alliance is also seeing a leadership change.
Significant leadership shifts are underway in Central Florida's space industry following the recent appointment of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman as the 15th NASA administrator. Meanwhile, the United Launch Alliance is also seeing a leadership change.
Birds falling out of the sky in Florida? Here's what's really going on
Thousands of Gannett birds are in the middle of their migration from Canada and other northern areas south towards the Gulf.
Thousands of Gannett birds are in the middle of their migration from Canada and other northern areas south towards the Gulf.