Caribbean tourist attacked while trying to 'engage' with shark for photo, officials say
The government of the Turks and Caicos Islands said the incident occurred last Friday in the waters near Blue Hills, Providenciales.
The government of the Turks and Caicos Islands said the incident occurred last Friday in the waters near Blue Hills, Providenciales.
2 Melbourne women injured in Bahamas shark attack
Two young women from Central Florida are lucky to be alive after they were attacked by bull sharks while on vacation. The two girls, Summer Layman and Rileigh Decker, are from Melbourne.
Two young women from Central Florida are lucky to be alive after they were attacked by bull sharks while on vacation. The two girls, Summer Layman and Rileigh Decker, are from Melbourne.
Video shows Florida bears fighting in neighbor's backyard
Two Florida black bears broke out in a fight on the porch of a Longwood home, and it was all caught on live video. (Credit: Tatum Murphy)
Two Florida black bears broke out in a fight on the porch of a Longwood home, and it was all caught on live video. (Credit: Tatum Murphy)
Florida bear wanders around neighborhood home
A Florida bear was caught on camera wandering around the yard of a Longwood neighborhood home. (Credit: Tatum Murphy)
A Florida bear was caught on camera wandering around the yard of a Longwood neighborhood home. (Credit: Tatum Murphy)
Video shows Florida bears fighting in neighbor's backyard
Two Florida black bears broke out in a fight on the porch of a Longwood home, and it was all caught on live video. (Credit: Tatum Murphy)
Two Florida black bears broke out in a fight on the porch of a Longwood home, and it was all caught on live video. (Credit: Tatum Murphy)
Largest shark ever tagged by research group spotted off Florida coast
Researchers are tracking what may be the largest male white shark ever tagged by OCEARCH, with recent signals coming from off Florida's east coast near Jacksonville.
Researchers are tracking what may be the largest male white shark ever tagged by OCEARCH, with recent signals coming from off Florida's east coast near Jacksonville.
Mass fish kill at Lake Apopka under investigation as residents voice concerns
Thousands of dead fish have washed up along the shores of Lake Apopka, alarming nearby residents and prompting an investigation.
Thousands of dead fish have washed up along the shores of Lake Apopka, alarming nearby residents and prompting an investigation.
Gator Day: Florida's twist on Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is on Sunday and in Pennsylvania, if the groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil does not see a shadow then it could predict the end of winter and the start of spring. If he does see his shadow, winter will go on for around six more weeks. according to lore. We're putting a Florida twist on it with some special guests from Gatorland.
Groundhog Day is on Sunday and in Pennsylvania, if the groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil does not see a shadow then it could predict the end of winter and the start of spring. If he does see his shadow, winter will go on for around six more weeks. according to lore. We're putting a Florida twist on it with some special guests from Gatorland.
Beloved Southwest Florida Eagle Cam eaglet dies: Officials
One of the beloved eaglets of the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam passed away a little over a month after hatching in the famous Pritchard Realty nest.
One of the beloved eaglets of the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam passed away a little over a month after hatching in the famous Pritchard Realty nest.
Florida Wildlife Hospital investigating spike in suspicious pelican deaths: 'Hurts our heart'
Wildlife hospitals across the southeast are seeing a surge in pelicans with broken wings.
Wildlife hospitals across the southeast are seeing a surge in pelicans with broken wings.
Florida content creator, wildlife enthusiast recovers after rattlesnake bite
A Florida content creator known for his wildlife videos is recovering after a venomous bite from an eastern diamondback rattlesnake nearly claimed his life.
A Florida content creator known for his wildlife videos is recovering after a venomous bite from an eastern diamondback rattlesnake nearly claimed his life.
Florida lawmakers consider replacing state bird
Florida lawmakers could again consider replacing the mockingbird as the state bird. Bills backing the flamingo and the scrub jay have been proposed in recent years.
Florida lawmakers could again consider replacing the mockingbird as the state bird. Bills backing the flamingo and the scrub jay have been proposed in recent years.
Grieving orca who carried dead calf in 2018 now seen with newborn
An orca that captured the world’s attention in 2018 after she carried her dead newborn calf for weeks appears to be a new mother again, bringing a sign of hope to researchers.
An orca that captured the world’s attention in 2018 after she carried her dead newborn calf for weeks appears to be a new mother again, bringing a sign of hope to researchers.
It's official: Biden signs new law, designates bald eagle as 'national bird'
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
Northern giant hornet declared eradicated in WA, US, officials confirm
The multiyear eradication campaign began in 2019.
The multiyear eradication campaign began in 2019.
How common are shark bites in Florida? Here's what experts say
Charley Hajek – better known as Gnarly Charley – has been surfing since the 1970s.
Charley Hajek – better known as Gnarly Charley – has been surfing since the 1970s.
How common are shark bites in Florida really?
New Smyrna Beach in Florida is often touted as the "shark bite capitol" of the world. But, how likely are you to actually have an interaction with a shark?
New Smyrna Beach in Florida is often touted as the "shark bite capitol" of the world. But, how likely are you to actually have an interaction with a shark?
Florida man spots monkey along St. Johns River in Volusia County
Tour boat captain Colin Innes said he saw a monkey along the St. Johns River. He said the first thing he did was pull out his phone and start recording.
Tour boat captain Colin Innes said he saw a monkey along the St. Johns River. He said the first thing he did was pull out his phone and start recording.
Panther deaths in Florida highest since 2016, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reports
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has reported the death of more than 30 panthers in the state so far in 2024.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has reported the death of more than 30 panthers in the state so far in 2024.
Wild hog spotted roaming Publix parking lot in Florida
Shoppers in Flagler County encountered an unusual sight outside a Publix grocery store: a wild hog wandering the parking lot.
Shoppers in Flagler County encountered an unusual sight outside a Publix grocery store: a wild hog wandering the parking lot.