Zoo Miami welcomes pair of baby meerkats

Meerkats are born blind and helpless, but zoo staff kept a hands-off approach to allow them to bond with their mother and three unrelated brothers — Gizmo, Joe and Diego — who share the habitat, Magill said.

Forecast: Falling iguanas in South Florida

The National Weather Service usually sticks to atmospheric weather events, but the agency made a special exception and expanded forecasting criteria to include things falling from above.

Domestic abusers could lose contact with pets if bill in Florida legislature passes

Victims of domestic violence could request that judges temporarily prevent abusers from having contact with pets, under a bill approved Tuesday by a House panel.

Manatees huddle for warmth at Blue Spring State Park

While the air is a cool 40 to 50 degrees, the water is much warmer at 72 degrees, which keeps those manatees warm.

Cross-eyed husky Jubilee finds forever home in New Jersey

Jubilee, a cross-eyed 4-year-old husky, has found her forever family in New Jersey after allegedly being deemed "unsellable" by a breeder.

Florida gets federal aid to fight animal diseases

The grants "will enhance not only the state’s animal industries and emergency preparedness, but the health of Florida’s animals and residents."

5 Asian small-clawed otter pups born at Florida zoo

The zoo urges guests to keep the area surrounding the otter home quiet as the new parents care for their five little ones.

First responders rescue dog trapped in icy pond

First responders in Massachusetts braved icy waters to rescue a dog that fell through an icy pond.