Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
Tourists charged after hauling dead alligator strapped on roof of car
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
Fisherman risks life to rescue great white shark caught on fishing line: ‘He didn’t hesitate’
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Tussock caterpillars: Woman hospitalized after contact with fuzzy Central Florida bug
A local woman is sounding the alarm on how dangerous the fuzzy tussock Caterpillars really are. She was hospitalized after coming into contact with one and says the pain is excruciating.
A local woman is sounding the alarm on how dangerous the fuzzy tussock Caterpillars really are. She was hospitalized after coming into contact with one and says the pain is excruciating.
Florida woman hospitalized from tussock caterpillars: 'Stay away'
"All I could do was just scream." Nicole Herndon said she felt as if every inch of her body was on fire after she came into contact with a tussock caterpillar at her Mims home. Now, Herndon is cautioning people to stay aware and stay away from the caterpillars.
"All I could do was just scream." Nicole Herndon said she felt as if every inch of her body was on fire after she came into contact with a tussock caterpillar at her Mims home. Now, Herndon is cautioning people to stay aware and stay away from the caterpillars.
Tussock caterpillars sighted: Experts warn to stay away from these fuzzy creatures
Known as the tussock moth caterpillar, those hairy light hairs around its body are barbed and can embed within the skin. These caterpillars are being spotted around Central Florida. In fact, Sanford's Paw Park – located at 427 S. French Avenue – is temporarily closing for the remainder of the week due to an all-natural remedy to help manage the tussock caterpillars.
Known as the tussock moth caterpillar, those hairy light hairs around its body are barbed and can embed within the skin. These caterpillars are being spotted around Central Florida. In fact, Sanford's Paw Park – located at 427 S. French Avenue – is temporarily closing for the remainder of the week due to an all-natural remedy to help manage the tussock caterpillars.
Osceola County deputy wrangles alligator as mating season approaches in Florida
Wildlife officials in Florida are warning residents to remain alert as alligator activity increases ahead of the state’s spring mating season.
Wildlife officials in Florida are warning residents to remain alert as alligator activity increases ahead of the state’s spring mating season.
4Roots Farm Plants More than 100 trees following FL Freeze
The frigid temperatures that blanketed the Sunshine state earlier this year devastated plants and trees. 4Roots Farm plants 120 trees in an effort to help restore the impacted.
The frigid temperatures that blanketed the Sunshine state earlier this year devastated plants and trees. 4Roots Farm plants 120 trees in an effort to help restore the impacted.
Great Florida Bigfoot Conference returns to Ocala June 12-13
Believers, researchers and the curious alike are preparing to gather for the 2026 Great Florida Bigfoot Conference at the World Equestrian Center.
Believers, researchers and the curious alike are preparing to gather for the 2026 Great Florida Bigfoot Conference at the World Equestrian Center.
Great White shark stuns Florida fishermen: 'It was a monster'
A Florida fishing captain got a rare glimpse of a giant great white shark off the state’s coast, capturing the encounter on camera and describing it as “a monster."
A Florida fishing captain got a rare glimpse of a giant great white shark off the state’s coast, capturing the encounter on camera and describing it as “a monster."
SeaWorld rescues cold-stunned sea turtles
16 green sea turtles by SeaWorld Orlando’s rescue team following a severe freeze in Florida. These turtles are being treated for “cold stunning,” a condition that can occur when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, causing the animals to become lethargic and unable to swim or eat.
16 green sea turtles by SeaWorld Orlando’s rescue team following a severe freeze in Florida. These turtles are being treated for “cold stunning,” a condition that can occur when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, causing the animals to become lethargic and unable to swim or eat.
Sea turtle rescue underway as cold-stunned animals arrive at Brevard Zoo
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
Floridians roundup cold-stunned 'invasive' iguanas
As Florida experienced a historic freeze, the FWC permitted residents to temporarily collect and transport iguanas and then turn them into the FWC. FOX 35 caught up with some residents who picked up nearly 30 iguanas.
As Florida experienced a historic freeze, the FWC permitted residents to temporarily collect and transport iguanas and then turn them into the FWC. FOX 35 caught up with some residents who picked up nearly 30 iguanas.
Florida FWC issues temporary order to collect, transport invasive stunned green iguanas in cold weather
A new executive order allows Florida residents to remove live, cold-stunned green iguanas from the wild without the usually required permits.
A new executive order allows Florida residents to remove live, cold-stunned green iguanas from the wild without the usually required permits.
What’s killing vultures at Blue Spring State Park? Investigation launched after 100 die in one month
Over 100 vultures were reported dead at Blue Spring State Park this month. Now, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is conducting an investigation to determine how the vultures died.
Over 100 vultures were reported dead at Blue Spring State Park this month. Now, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is conducting an investigation to determine how the vultures died.
Florida’s coast sees unusual wildlife activity as marine animals migrate south during winter
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
New Research shows seaweed on Florida shores costs billions in economic losses
Seaweed stuck on Florida's shores is causing a billion-dollar impact. Now, a published study by researchers in Rhode Island, shows that seaweed is creating losses that ripple across tourism, fishing, restaurants, and local jobs.
Seaweed stuck on Florida's shores is causing a billion-dollar impact. Now, a published study by researchers in Rhode Island, shows that seaweed is creating losses that ripple across tourism, fishing, restaurants, and local jobs.
Portuguese man o’ war spotted along Space Coast beaches
Beachgoers along Florida’s Space Coast are being urged to use caution after Portuguese man o’ war and blue jellyfish were spotted washing ashore in recent days.
Beachgoers along Florida’s Space Coast are being urged to use caution after Portuguese man o’ war and blue jellyfish were spotted washing ashore in recent days.
A rare sighting: Fisherman see Humpback whales off the coast of Port Canaveral
Local fisherman captured a rare sighting of Humpback whales on camera about 20 miles of the coast of Port Canaveral. Here's what we know
Local fisherman captured a rare sighting of Humpback whales on camera about 20 miles of the coast of Port Canaveral. Here's what we know
Great blue heron rescued after being tangled in fishing line, hanging from tree
A great blue heron became entangled in fishing line and was left hanging in trees in Brevard County until a passerby stepped in to help.
A great blue heron became entangled in fishing line and was left hanging in trees in Brevard County until a passerby stepped in to help.