Scheduled vote for rules on Florida bear hunt
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Another bear hunt could be happening at the end of this year in Florida. State officials are voting on the hunt next month. If passed, it would be held for three weeks in December.

3-legged alligator spotted in Florida backyard
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A Seminole County resident recently had an unusual visitor when a three-legged alligator wandered into his Astor Farms backyard, slowly making its way around the area. Jim Koerner captured the remarkable moment on video and shared it with FOX 35 News.

Florida surf instructor recovering from shark bite
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An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering after a shark bit his foot off New Smyrna Beach. Sam Hollis says the shark dragged him 10 to 15 feet before he escaped. Hollis joins Good Day Orlando to share his story.

Florida surfer recovering after shark attack: 'Had my foot in its mouth for a good little bit'

An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.

Shark bites teen surfer at New Smyrna Beach

An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.

Lulu’s Law: Proposed national shark attack alert system aims to boost beach safety

A new federal bill aimed at preventing shark attacks by sending real-time alerts to beachgoers’ phones is making waves in Congress. The legislation, known as Lulu’s Law, passed the U.S. Senate this week and is now headed to the House for a vote.

VIP backstage shark encounter tours at SeaWorld
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Baby Shark, the global sensation that has taken the world by storm, is now teaming up with SeaWorld Orlando for its 10-year anniversary celebration. For the first time at SeaWorld Orlando, every day starting June 30 through Sept. 2, Baby Shark fans can see and meet Baby Shark, Daddy Shark, Mommy Shark and Pinkfong in person. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the theme park to preview the fun.

Only in Florida: Alligator edition
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See the latest "Only in Florida" alligator videos. This weeks videos show deputies being introduced to the reptiles for the first time, officials wrangling an alligator at a local college and an alligator trying to eat a squeaky toy, plus much more.

Florida girl, 9, describes surviving terrifying shark attack while snorkeling near Fort Myers

A 9-year-old Florida girl is recovering after surviving a shark attack earlier this month while snorkeling off the coast of Fort Myers — and she’s now sharing her story of survival.

Florida 9-year-old girl speaks after shark attack
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The family of Leah Lendel, the 9-year-old girl who survived a shark attack off Florida?s Gulf Coast, shared their emotional journey and their daughter?s recovery progress. The medical team at Tampa General Hospital also provided details on the lifesaving care and steps to save Leah?s hand.

Brevard County manatee deaths spiking
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Brevard County is leading the state in manatee deaths in 2025, according to the FWC. Patrick Rose, executive director of the Save the Manatee Club, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about why this might be happening and what can be done to change the troubling trend.

Video: Florida alligator crashes homeowner's backyard pool

WATCH: A Florida homeowner recently received an unexpected surprise when they went out in their backyard and found a 7-foot alligator in the pool.

Gator removed from Florida swimming pool
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The Martin County Sheriff's Office recently responded to reports of a 7-foot alligator in a neighborhood backyard pool. After some resistance from the reptile, the gator was safely removed.

See big alligators at the Circle B Bar Reserve
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FOX 35?s David Martin takes us on an up-close adventure to see massive alligators at the Circle B Bar Reserve in Polk County, Florida.

'Help me, Jesus': Florida man hits alligator on I-4, flips over bike, slides across freeway

Two motorcyclists struck a 6-foot alligator on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Both were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and are now recovering. They recounted the crash to FOX 35 News, describing how the unexpected encounter with the alligator threw them off their bikes.

Florida duck that terrorized neighborhood moved to new home

A Muscovy duck that gained internet fame for terrorizing a Cape Coral neighborhood has found a new home in Central Florida.