The yellow-bellied slider is a semiaquatic turtle, native to southeastern United States, where it is the most common turtle species. As the name suggests, they have a yellow belly that is buried under ...

Not far away is the Juno Beach Pier, where saltwater fishing for bluefish, pompano and the like is the preferred activity, though the resident pelicans draw a lot of attention. Kids’ fishing clinics ...

A man and two minors were arrested after illegally taking and killing alligators in Manatee, Sarasota, and Hardee Counties ...

Step inside Florida’s underwater observatory where manatees glide past your window and wildlife surrounds you in one of the state’s most magical natural experiences.

As budget talks start in Tallahassee, an early rift between the chambers involves the size of the emergency fund and a House ...

Two 19-year-olds from Sarasota were arrested recently after capturing at least two alligators without proper permits.

The Florida Legislature’s sputtering budget process sparked into life on Friday, as the Senate issued its recommendations after the House’s surprise release late Thursday. Already, ...

Imagine hiking through the dense forests of Montana, catching a glimpse of a grizzly bear in the distance, or witnessing a bald eagle soaring above a pristine lake. Encounters like these might seem ...

The St. Johns River, the longest river in Florida, was named the most alligator-infested river in the state, according to A-Z Animals. Every year, biologists explore Florida rivers, lakes, streams and ...

Out exploring at night looking for alligators and ended up finding something completely unexpected. 🌙🐊 ️🐋 I came across a group of manatees just cruising peacefully through the water. Total ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Two manatees are recovering from cold stress after being rescued in St. Petersburg last week. Rescue teams pulled the animals from the water following a period of frigid ...