Witness the power and speed of an alligator snapping turtle’s bite in this close encounter.

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An underpass installed beneath a busy stretch of road in Eliot a few years ago has led to ‘a substantial reduction in turtle mortalities,’ according to a state biologist. A Blanding’s turtle in the ...

The facility's dorms are climate-controlled, with secondary heating and space heaters available if needed. Concerns remain for detainee advocates due to the center's remote Everglades location and ...

A federal judge is considering whether to force changes at Florida's Alligator Alcatraz immigration facility. Detainees testified about poor conditions, including using soap to write and having ...

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County Parks and Recreation officials confirmed they have closed the swimming area in Kelly Park Friday as a result of alligator activity in the water. The swimming area ...

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