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Brevard Zoo releases 370-pound sea turtle back into the ocean

Brevard Zoo releases 370-pound sea turtle back into the ocean

The sea turtle just finished a successful rehabilitation stint at the zoo's healing center.

October 20, 2020
VIDEO: 3-legged bear takes Diet Coke from Central Florida garage

VIDEO: 3-legged bear takes Diet Coke from Central Florida garage

This bear is seen regularly in the Central Florida neighborhood.

September 28, 2020
Brevard Zoo to offer free admission to children in September

Brevard Zoo to offer free admission to children in September

The Brevard Zoo has several safety measures in place to keep guests safe from COVID-19.

August 25, 2020
Six sea turtle nests run over on Florida beach, FWC says

Six sea turtle nests run over on Florida beach, FWC says

Florida wildlife officers are trying to find out who ran over six turtle nests on Captiva Island. They said it appears to have been a golf cart, or similar vehicle, that was used.

July 29, 2020
Female snake hunter catches 17-foot python in Florida

Female snake hunter catches 17-foot python in Florida

Florida wildlife officials announced on Tuesday that 5,000 invasive Burmese pythons have been removed from the Everglades.

July 29, 2020
WATCH: Florida police take kangaroo into custody

WATCH: Florida police take kangaroo into custody

"Who caught a glimpse of #FLPD’s newest mate hoping through our community this morning?" the department tweeted.

July 16, 2020
Police dog demonstrates correct way, and the wrong way, to wear a face mask

Police dog demonstrates correct way, and the wrong way, to wear a face mask

After a few failed, and hilarious, attempts, K-9 Lucky finally gets it right.

July 15, 2020
Woman, 72, gored by bison at Yellowstone National Park after getting close to take photos

Woman, 72, gored by bison at Yellowstone National Park after getting close to take photos

The 72-year-old unnamed woman got within 10 feet of the bison “multiple times” while at her Bridge Bay Campground to take photos before it attacked, the National Park Services wrote in a press release.

June 30, 2020
'He was always there with us': Family recreates photo with dog from first grade to graduation

'He was always there with us': Family recreates photo with dog from first grade to graduation

The Bliss family in New Hampshire has shared many good times with their dog Ruger, who is now facing a terminal cancer diagnosis.

June 19, 2020
Health officials say pets can catch COVID-19 from humans, advise social distancing

Health officials say pets can catch COVID-19 from humans, advise social distancing

The FDA advises that you avoid dog parks and public places. They also said to keep your dogs on a leash and keep cats indoors. 

June 18, 2020
Three cownose stingray pups born at The Florida Aquarium

Three cownose stingray pups born at The Florida Aquarium

After an hour of labor, another cownose ray stingray was born inside The Florida Aquarium in Tampa.

June 10, 2020
2 spoonbill chicks hatch, thriving at Brevard Zoo

2 spoonbill chicks hatch, thriving at Brevard Zoo

Roseate spoonbills are typically found in wetlands throughout South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and the southeastern United States.

June 9, 2020
Therapy dog who has helped thousands of students awarded honorary doctorate from Virginia Tech

Therapy dog who has helped thousands of students awarded honorary doctorate from Virginia Tech

Congrats, Dr. Moose!

May 19, 2020
Florida animal shelter's kennels empty 'for the first time in history' after every dog adopted

Florida animal shelter's kennels empty 'for the first time in history' after every dog adopted

For the first time in its history, a Florida animal shelter's kennels were completely emptied after all of the dogs were adopted.

April 15, 2020
Good Samaritan rescues kittens from dumpster, found in bag full of garbage, Florida shelter says

Good Samaritan rescues kittens from dumpster, found in bag full of garbage, Florida shelter says

The Florida shelter said that the three kittens were found in a plastic bag mixed in with garbage.

April 8, 2020
Cuteness alert: Zoo Miami welcomes endangered clouded leopard kittens

Cuteness alert: Zoo Miami welcomes endangered clouded leopard kittens

Providing exactly what's needed in these trying times, Zoo Miami has shared images of two clouded leopard cubs.

April 8, 2020
Immunotherapy could soon cure cancer in dogs, researchers say

Immunotherapy could soon cure cancer in dogs, researchers say

It is still in clinical trials right now but the research is said to be promising.

March 4, 2020
Cursing dog collar will let you know what your pup is really thinking when it barks

Cursing dog collar will let you know what your pup is really thinking when it barks

A new dog collar spits out a curse word every time your dog barks.

February 20, 2020
UCF biologist invents first pesticide-free method of killing fire ants

UCF biologist invents first pesticide-free method of killing fire ants

UCF Biologist invents the first non-pesticide method of killing fire ant colonies.

February 14, 2020
Coors Light will help cover fees for 1,000 people to adopt a dog for Valentine’s Day

Coors Light will help cover fees for 1,000 people to adopt a dog for Valentine’s Day

Lonely millennials who think Valentine's Day is overrated may want to adopt a furry friend and Coors Light is offering to help.

February 4, 2020
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