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, ...

The St. Johns River, the longest river in Florida, was named the most alligator-infested river in the state, according to A-Z ...

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 ...

A record number of manatees are gathering in West Palm Beach due to a recent cold spell. The manatees seek refuge in the warm water released by a Florida Power & Light Co. power plant. More than 240 ...

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is currently caring for three cold-stunned manatees. Manatees require water warmer than 68 degrees to avoid cold stress syndrome. Mote became a Secondary Care ...

Beyond questions of legality and oversight, Alligator Alcatraz has faced persistent skepticism from advocates, attorneys and lawmakers over an obvious issue: how an immigration detention camp in the ...