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Clear Skies And Clean Water: Red Tide Vanishes From Most Florida Coasts
Florida beaches are getting a welcome break from red tide. Over the past week, water testers found almost no signs of Karenia brevis—the organism tha [...]
Sink Your Teeth Into This: Sea Life Orlando Unleashes ‘Summer Of Sharks’
ORLANDO, Fla. — Sea Life Orlando Aquarium is launching its "Summer of Sharks" event later this month, bringing a mix of interactive education, conser [...]
Despite Top Spot In Florida Shark Data, Volusia County Reports A Drop In Total Bites
Ocean experts have officially logged the latest marine data for Volusia County, confirming its long-standing reputation as a primary hub for shark ac [...]
Wake Up Call: Hungry Black Bears Shift Into High Gear Across Florida
State wildlife authorities are urging residents to secure their properties as Florida's black bear population enters its peak active season. As tempe [...]
Man Sues Central Florida Airboat Tour Claiming ‘Free Alligator Encounter’ Ended With Face Bite
A central Florida airboat attraction is facing a civil lawsuit after a guest claimed a photo-opportunity alligator bit him in the face, while the com [...]
Golden Opportunity: Extinct-In-Wild Frog Species Hatches New Hope In Tampa
A critically endangered frog species that hasn't been seen in the wild for nearly two decades is getting a lifeline in Tampa Bay.
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Trouble Bubbling At Peace River: Blue-Green Algae Sparks Health Alert In Hardee County
Hardee County health officials are telling people to stay out of the water at Peace River in Wauchula after spotting blue-green algae earlier this we [...]
Florida Atlantic Snowy Grouper Season Halts Early To Protect Coral-Reef Stocks
Anglers hitting the Atlantic waters off Florida's coast have just a few days left to land a snowy grouper. State wildlife officials announced a sudde [...]
Clermont Man Cited After Deputy Catches Him Snatching Lobsters Out Of Season In Florida Keys
MONROE COUNTY, Fla. - A 38-year-old Clermont man faces a mandatory court date after a Monroe County sheriff’s deputy caught him illegally harvesting [...]
Runaway Boat Hits 35 MPH In Florida Keys After Tossing Passengers Overboard
A runaway boat sped out of control at 35 mph through a congested area of the Florida Keys on Sunday, after its occupants were thrown into the water. [...]