Orphaned bear cub finds new home at Brevard Zoo
A bear cub that was abandoned by her mother has found a new home at the Brevard Zoo.
A bear cub that was abandoned by her mother has found a new home at the Brevard Zoo.
Video shows manatee chasing alligator at Florida park
Video shows the moment a manatee playfully chases an alligator in the water at a Florida park. (Credit: Dennis Osha)
Video shows the moment a manatee playfully chases an alligator in the water at a Florida park. (Credit: Dennis Osha)
Playful, curious bears explore backyard bird feeders
A FOX 35 viewer captured some of the cutest bear video that we've ever seen. A momma bear and her cubs were playful as they explored some bird feeders in a backyard of a home in Altamonte Springs.
A FOX 35 viewer captured some of the cutest bear video that we've ever seen. A momma bear and her cubs were playful as they explored some bird feeders in a backyard of a home in Altamonte Springs.
Florida girl continues to recover from shark attack
A Florida teenager continues to recover from a shark attack in which she lost a leg. Her mother lives in Brevard County where one community is selling items to help in the girl's rehabilitation.
A Florida teenager continues to recover from a shark attack in which she lost a leg. Her mother lives in Brevard County where one community is selling items to help in the girl's rehabilitation.
Sea turtles getting lost on Florida beaches
Sea turtles are getting lost on land. FOX 35 News received a tip about one turtle that crawled onto a porch of a home in Brevard County. Experts say the turtles may be losing their sense of direction because of light pollution.
Sea turtles are getting lost on land. FOX 35 News received a tip about one turtle that crawled onto a porch of a home in Brevard County. Experts say the turtles may be losing their sense of direction because of light pollution.
Monarch butterflies are officially on the endangered species list
The monarch butterfly fluttered a step closer to extinction Thursday, as scientists put the iconic orange-and-black insect on the endangered list because of its fast dwindling numbers.
The monarch butterfly fluttered a step closer to extinction Thursday, as scientists put the iconic orange-and-black insect on the endangered list because of its fast dwindling numbers.
Florida man attacked by alligator at hotel
A 49-year-old man was wandering around the grounds of a Sarasota County hotel when he thought he saw a dog in some bushes. It turned out the dog was actually an alligator that lunged toward him and bit his leg.
A 49-year-old man was wandering around the grounds of a Sarasota County hotel when he thought he saw a dog in some bushes. It turned out the dog was actually an alligator that lunged toward him and bit his leg.
Bird flu responsible for duck deaths, authorities say
People living around Lake Dot in Sanford finally have answers about dozens of dead ducks that turned up along the lake's shoreline. The Florida Department of Health said bird flu appears to be the cause behind the deaths.
People living around Lake Dot in Sanford finally have answers about dozens of dead ducks that turned up along the lake's shoreline. The Florida Department of Health said bird flu appears to be the cause behind the deaths.
Whale shark sighting off Sarasota coast
Two Tampa Bay boaters spotted a whale shark on Sunday while fishing about 26 miles off the coast of Sarasota.
Two Tampa Bay boaters spotted a whale shark on Sunday while fishing about 26 miles off the coast of Sarasota.
'Gator whisperer' talks alligator safety
FOX 35 News talks with a so-called 'gator whisperer' about what might provoke an alligator to come after you and the warning signs.
FOX 35 News talks with a so-called 'gator whisperer' about what might provoke an alligator to come after you and the warning signs.
What to do if bitten by a dangerous snake
There are 50 species of snake in Florida and some are venomous including the coral snake, the pygmy rattlesnake, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake, and the cottonmouth or water moccasin. We talk to a snake expert about what to do if you're bitten by a venomous snake.
There are 50 species of snake in Florida and some are venomous including the coral snake, the pygmy rattlesnake, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake, and the cottonmouth or water moccasin. We talk to a snake expert about what to do if you're bitten by a venomous snake.
Learning how bees help the environment
Earth Day is Friday and FOX 35 is celebrating all week long. FOX 35 meteorologist Allison Gargaro visited Black Hammock Bee Farms to learn more about how important bee colonies are for the environment
Earth Day is Friday and FOX 35 is celebrating all week long. FOX 35 meteorologist Allison Gargaro visited Black Hammock Bee Farms to learn more about how important bee colonies are for the environment
Florida commissioner suggests killing manatees might save them
Brevard County Commissioner suggested recently that killing manatees -- similar to how some states allow hunting of bears and deer to control populations -- may help save the species. Others are heavily criticizing that proposal.
Brevard County Commissioner suggested recently that killing manatees -- similar to how some states allow hunting of bears and deer to control populations -- may help save the species. Others are heavily criticizing that proposal.
Florida man dies after crashing into alligator
In the middle of the night, an alligator was in the path of a Hillsborough County driver. The person behind the wheel evidently crashed into the Florida reptile, flipping their vehicle due to the impact, and passing away from their injuries, deputies say.
In the middle of the night, an alligator was in the path of a Hillsborough County driver. The person behind the wheel evidently crashed into the Florida reptile, flipping their vehicle due to the impact, and passing away from their injuries, deputies say.
Deputies relocate alligator from school swimming pool
The Montverde Academy swim team was about to begin practice when they noticed a visitor, in the form of a 3-foot alligator. They contacted the Lake Couty Sheriff's Office and a deputy was able to relocate the little to nearby Lake Apopka.
The Montverde Academy swim team was about to begin practice when they noticed a visitor, in the form of a 3-foot alligator. They contacted the Lake Couty Sheriff's Office and a deputy was able to relocate the little to nearby Lake Apopka.
Oyster reefs helping manatees in Florida's Indian River Lagoon
Many of us love to eat oysters, but there are also benefits to the environment after they leave the plate. Recycled oyster shells are being returned to the water in Brevard County.
Many of us love to eat oysters, but there are also benefits to the environment after they leave the plate. Recycled oyster shells are being returned to the water in Brevard County.
Hunting down invasive Burmese pythons in Florida
Florida is home to about 300,000 Burmese pythons. They are considered an invasive species, wiping out many other animals. Researchers from 40 universities are getting creative in how to track and trap the massive snakes.
Florida is home to about 300,000 Burmese pythons. They are considered an invasive species, wiping out many other animals. Researchers from 40 universities are getting creative in how to track and trap the massive snakes.
Incurable parasite found in Cuban tree frog
University of Florida researchers report that the rat lungworm parasite, which can cause deadly disease in humans and in animals, has been found in a new host in Florida with its discovery in Cuban treefrogs, an invasive species.
University of Florida researchers report that the rat lungworm parasite, which can cause deadly disease in humans and in animals, has been found in a new host in Florida with its discovery in Cuban treefrogs, an invasive species.
Effort to save manatees hits snag
An unprecedented, experimental attempt to feed manatees facing starvation in Florida has started slowly. However, a feeding station established along the state?s east coast has yet to entice wild manatees with romaine lettuce even though the animals will eat it in captivity, officials said on a news conference held remotely.
An unprecedented, experimental attempt to feed manatees facing starvation in Florida has started slowly. However, a feeding station established along the state?s east coast has yet to entice wild manatees with romaine lettuce even though the animals will eat it in captivity, officials said on a news conference held remotely.
Manatees gather at Blue Spring State Park to stay warm during big chill
Manatees are finding the warmest water around to get through the big chill. This week, there were more than 500 manatees in Blue Spring State Park where the water is always around 72-degrees.
Manatees are finding the warmest water around to get through the big chill. This week, there were more than 500 manatees in Blue Spring State Park where the water is always around 72-degrees.