12-foot, 80-pound python found in Central Florida
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A massive, 12-foot python was found in South Brevard County by two women who were on a gator hunt

Bears wreak havoc on Leesburg home
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A family in Leesburg is dealing with a bear problem. Over the past four years, bears have broken into their home several times -- sometimes even as often as every other night.

New video shows bear rescue at Magic Kingdom
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New video has been released of the adult black bear that found its way into a tree near Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom last month that forced more than a dozen attractions, rides, and lands to temporarily close.

Jawlene, the jawless alligator, getting stronger
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"Jawlene," the young alligator found without the upper part of her jaw, is getting stronger and adapting to her new home at Gatorland in Orlando, Florida. Savannah Boan, Jawlene's primary caretaker, provides an update on Jawlene's weight, health, and her possible future.

Deer disrupts Wisconsin Noodles & Company
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People gathered for lunch at a Noodles & Company restaurant in Beloit, Wisconsin on Tuesday, Oct. 24 had an experience they will not soon forget. It included an impromptu visit from a buck!

Neighbors torn over crocodile relocation
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A?massive, illusive crocodile was captured and relocated after several sightings in various canals in Brevard County. Neighbors say the crocodile was captured in the Berkeley Canal in South Patrick Shores.

Manatees may become endangered species soon
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service made them a threatened species back in 2017. Now, the federal agency says they may have acted too soon. From starvation and boat collisions to climate change, experts say Florida?s beloved sea cows are in trouble.

Bear spotted on sailboat in Florida
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A bear was captured on camera hanging out on a catamaran boat in Naples, Florida

Rescuers keep up with bunny dumping
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Pet bunnies are being dumped and abandoned all over Brevard County. Local rescuers with "Space Coast Bunnies" are opening up their homes to take in the pets but are running out of space. They say it?s only a matter of time before rabbits become the next neighborhood nuisance if the county doesn?t address the issue.

Opossum rescued from Volusia County home
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Firefighters saved an opossum that was found trapped in a Volusia County home.

Chunky bear grabs lunch inside garage
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A bear made a pit stop inside a Sanford home's garage. It was all captured on camera

3 three-legged bears roaming Central Florida
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said there are three known three-legged bears that it is tracking in Central Florida/ Bear advocates said the bears' injuries were likely sustained from snare traps or car vehicle strikes.

3-legged bear returns to another home
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Tripod, the 3-legged bear who went viral for opening up a fridge outside a Florida home and taking a white claw has returned to another Florida home -- yes he opened their fridge as well.

13-foot alligator caught in Central Florida lake
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FOX 35 viewer Mark Whitmire sent us this picture, saying he caught this 13-foot monster over the weekend in a Central Florida lake. The alligator weighs about 700 pounds. Whitmire told us that he has never caught a gator this big. He did not specify where the gator was caught.

What to do when you encounter an alligator
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Floridians are very familiar with alligators. The reptiles are in every county in the state and can be found in most freshwater lakes, rivers, or canals. However, it is rare that a gator will attack a human. Still, if you ever come in close proximity to one, a Gatorland expert offers tips on how to avoid them.

Coyotes keep Longwood residents on edge
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A neighborhood in Longwood is fighting back after getting invaded by packs of coyotes. People living there say two dogs have been attacked recently and cats have gone missing.

Concerns grow as Florida considers bear hunt
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Calls for a bear hunt are making a comeback in Florida. The debate is back in the spotlight after people have had several close encounters with bears recently all across the state. ??

Florida sheriff calls for bear hunt
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Florida Sheriff AJ "Tony" Smith in Franklin County is struggling with bear issues and suggests another bear hunt.

Crocodile sighting spooks neighbors
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After a crocodile was spotted sunbathing in a Central Florida neighborhood, residents are concerned about more sightings. Some even say the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission isn't taking their concerns seriously when it comes to wildlife in their neighborhood.