Alligator blocks Palm Bay front door, trapping family in home: ‘Jaw dropping’
A Palm Bay family got an unexpected late-night wake-up call on Friday when a massive alligator wandered right up to their front porch and refused to leave.
A Palm Bay family got an unexpected late-night wake-up call on Friday when a massive alligator wandered right up to their front porch and refused to leave.
'Jumping Junction': Disney's Animal Kingdoms new kangaroo encounter
Disney's Animal Kingdom has a brand-new wildlife experience called "Jumping Junction." his brand-new walk-through trail is home to an active community of Australian marsupials, including two Western Gray Kangaroos, ten Red Kangaroos, and six wallabies, all arriving from AZA-accredited zoos.
Disney's Animal Kingdom has a brand-new wildlife experience called "Jumping Junction." his brand-new walk-through trail is home to an active community of Australian marsupials, including two Western Gray Kangaroos, ten Red Kangaroos, and six wallabies, all arriving from AZA-accredited zoos.
FWC needs nuisance alligator trappers in north Volusia County: How to apply
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has officially opened applications to find local trappers for the North Volusia County area. To qualify for a trapping license, applicants must have a clean criminal record, possess a valid email address, and have no prior fish or wildlife law violations. All completed applications must be submitted by Tuesday, July 21.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has officially opened applications to find local trappers for the North Volusia County area. To qualify for a trapping license, applicants must have a clean criminal record, possess a valid email address, and have no prior fish or wildlife law violations. All completed applications must be submitted by Tuesday, July 21.
What is Lulu's Law? Shark attack alerts headed to beachgoers' phones under new Florida statute
Beachgoers in Florida will soon receive emergency alerts on their mobile phones when a shark attack occurs nearby under a new law inspired by a teenage shark attack survivor.
Beachgoers in Florida will soon receive emergency alerts on their mobile phones when a shark attack occurs nearby under a new law inspired by a teenage shark attack survivor.
Friend of Florida woman attacked, killed by alligator: She was a bright light
There is new heartbreak for the loved ones of a Florida woman killed in an alligator attack. Not only are they grieving her sudden loss, but they are also now facing cruel comments online.
There is new heartbreak for the loved ones of a Florida woman killed in an alligator attack. Not only are they grieving her sudden loss, but they are also now facing cruel comments online.
Florida woman killed in alligator attack remembered: Full of life, adventure, kindness
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
Officials with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) have identified the Florida woman who died after she was attacked by an alligator while swimming with friends.
2 huge alligators killed after Florida woman dies in alligator attack, FWC says
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.
Florida authorities are investigating a tragic alligator attack at the Barr Street Trailhead in the Little Big Econ State Forest, which resulted in the death of a 31-year-old woman on Sunday.
Police officers remove ball python from Florida apartment: 'Always ready to help'
Two Sanford police officers responded to an unusual call on June 22 after a large ball python was discovered inside an apartment building bathroom.
Two Sanford police officers responded to an unusual call on June 22 after a large ball python was discovered inside an apartment building bathroom.
Sloth imports to Florida now require a new wildlife permit after Sloth World deaths
Animal facilities in Florida that want to house and care for sloths will now have to file a special permit with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to import sloths into the state.
Animal facilities in Florida that want to house and care for sloths will now have to file a special permit with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to import sloths into the state.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn as sightings continue across Central Florida
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
Exotic South American parrots thriving in wild colonies on Florida's Space Coast
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
Wildlife scientists concerned with skyrocketing dolphin, fishing line cases in Indian River Lagoon
A growing crisis is unfolding in the waters of the Space Coast as discarded fishing gear traps local dolphins at an alarming rate.
A growing crisis is unfolding in the waters of the Space Coast as discarded fishing gear traps local dolphins at an alarming rate.
Texas homeowner finds gator on porch, instead of delivery
The Fulshear, Texas Police Department shared bodycam video from a recent call, where a homeowner found a large alligator on his front porch. "Thought it was an Amazon package," he said.
The Fulshear, Texas Police Department shared bodycam video from a recent call, where a homeowner found a large alligator on his front porch. "Thought it was an Amazon package," he said.
New developments in disturbed Cocoa Beach sea turtle nests
Over Memorial Day weekend 2026, Cocoa Beach authorities noticed several sea turtle nests disturbed. Four nests stakes were pulled out, which mark nests. Pulling out the stakes is illegal, authorities say. One week later, eight new nests and the first green sea turtle of the season was reported.
Over Memorial Day weekend 2026, Cocoa Beach authorities noticed several sea turtle nests disturbed. Four nests stakes were pulled out, which mark nests. Pulling out the stakes is illegal, authorities say. One week later, eight new nests and the first green sea turtle of the season was reported.
Several sea turtle nests disturbed on the Space Coast over holiday weekend
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) received a report from the Sea Turtle Preservation Society after multiple stakes were moved from turtle nests over the weekend.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) received a report from the Sea Turtle Preservation Society after multiple stakes were moved from turtle nests over the weekend.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis: Red snapper federal waters fishing ban
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on a block, executed by a federal judge, to prevent fishermen from catching red snapper through the Exempted Fishing Permit. He said he expects the decision to be appealed.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on a block, executed by a federal judge, to prevent fishermen from catching red snapper through the Exempted Fishing Permit. He said he expects the decision to be appealed.
Scientists use sharks to track hurricanes
Researchers are now looking to sharks to help predict coming hurricanes. "Sharks can move in and out of areas where the weather might be different," Dr. Toby Daly-Engel, the director of Florida Tech's Conservation Lab told FOX 35.
Researchers are now looking to sharks to help predict coming hurricanes. "Sharks can move in and out of areas where the weather might be different," Dr. Toby Daly-Engel, the director of Florida Tech's Conservation Lab told FOX 35.
Mr. Ginger, youngest 'Sloth World' sloth, dies
Mr. Ginger, the smallest and youngest Sloth World sloth brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died. The zoo said Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on Friday. He had been in very critical condition since he arrived at the zoo in April. 13 sloths were rescued from an Orange County warehouse and brought to the zoo. Four have since died: Bandit, Habanero, Dumpling, and Mr. Ginger.
Mr. Ginger, the smallest and youngest Sloth World sloth brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died. The zoo said Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on Friday. He had been in very critical condition since he arrived at the zoo in April. 13 sloths were rescued from an Orange County warehouse and brought to the zoo. Four have since died: Bandit, Habanero, Dumpling, and Mr. Ginger.
4 dead: 'Sloth World' sloth, Mr. Ginger, dies
Marking three weeks since 13 sloths were taken into the care of the Central Florida Zoo, the fourth and youngest Sloth, Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on May 15. Mr. Ginger was estimated to be four to six months old when he was brought to the zoo.
Marking three weeks since 13 sloths were taken into the care of the Central Florida Zoo, the fourth and youngest Sloth, Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on May 15. Mr. Ginger was estimated to be four to six months old when he was brought to the zoo.
Baby seahorse rescue signals new hope for Indian River Lagoon
A local shrimper on the Space Coast received an unexpected surprise in his trap recently: a tiny, squirming baby seahorse.
A local shrimper on the Space Coast received an unexpected surprise in his trap recently: a tiny, squirming baby seahorse.