Manatee found with 'Trump' scraped on back
A manatee had the word Trump scraped into its back. The manatee was spotted in the Homosassa River.
Owl rescued from chimney
A Brevard County family said an owl became trapped inside the chimney of their home. A wildlife trapper safely rescued and released the owl.
Warning issued by NWS for falling iguanas
The National Weather Service has issued a warning that iguanas could be dropping from trees in parts of Florida as a cold front moves into the region. Iguanas can become lethargic when the temperature drops to 50 degrees and are immobilized when the temperature drops below 40 degrees.
Dog sniffs out 8-foot python in Florida Everglades
Trained dogs are now sniffing out invasive Burmese pythons in the Florida Everglades.
Manatee with bike tire wrapped around torso free of tire
Wheelie, the manatee who went viral for being spotted with a bicycle tire wrapped around its torso, is back at Blue Spring State Park.
Steel traps are severely hurting wild animals
A bobcat had to be put down after being injured when it was caught in an illegal trap in Brevard County. The young cat was missing its left-front leg, which experts say is a sign that it was injured by a trap.
Man frees trapped dolphin from rope
Jet skiers freed a dolphin that was trapped in rope in Biscayne Bay in South Florida.
Grading the quality of Indian River Lagoon
The Indian River Lagoon in Brevard County has been dealing with algae blooms and runoff for years.
Puppy saved from alligator attack
A man in South Florida pulled man pulled his puppy from the jaws of an alligator. The incident was recorded by a camera placed in areas where people live close to nature.
'Miracle Leaf' touted as natural sleep aid
Some who struggle to sleep are turning to what is called miracle leaf. One doctor with spoke with cautioned that there is no scientific evidence to back its effectiveness as a sleep aid.
COVID-10 treatment could have ties to sharks
Sharks may be key to a COVID-19 cure but some are concerned the research may bring a rash of shark killings.
Animal sanctuary responds to leopard attack
A Florida man is recovering after being mauled by a leopard in South Florida.
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.
Florida wildlife investigators bust million-dollar flying squirrel trafficking ring
A group of flying squirrel smugglers has been grounded after a 19-month-long investigation that stretched across the country and as far as Asia, Florida wildlife officials say.
More bobcat sightings in Orlando
More bobcat sighting have been reported around Orlando. Residents are on edge, keeping an eye on small pets and children at play.
Bobcat seen prowling in Orlando neighborhood
A bobcat was spotted in an Orlando neighborhood. Residents say they have spotted the cat on camera in the Avalon Lake subdivision.
Man survives shark attack
A man in Miami Beach says he is lucky to be able to walk out of the hospital after being bitten by a shark a day earlier.
Blue Origin accused of trying to pave over wetlands
The space company Blue Origin has prompted anger and frustration from one commissioner, accused of trying to pave over protected wetlands in Brevard County.
FWC puts hold on oyster harvesting decision
Looking to address additional concerns from area residents, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission delayed a vote Wednesday on finalizing a suspension of wild-oyster harvesting in Apalachicola Bay for five years.
Reward offered in killing of black bear
A reward is being offered after a familiar black bear has been shot and killed in a Lake County neighborhood.