A record-breaking freeze this month sent Florida wildlife into shock. Some of those animals were native, some were invasive.

Discover Florida wildlife rescue centers where you can meet rescued animals up close, from manatees and seabirds to big cats and marine life.

Silver Springs State Park 1425 NE 58th Ave., Ocala, 352-236-7148 Estimated driving distance: 1 hour, 30 minutes Turtles and birds aren’t the only animals you’ll spot from your kayak in these springs: ...

In regions where the temperature falls and remains near or below freezing point, reptiles and amphibians, including nonnative green iguanas, are able to achieve a state of torpor, meaning lose their ...

Powerful, carnivorous Nile monitor lizards are expanding through South Florida's canal systems, with sightings climbing sharply, according to wildlife officials.

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are asking the public to report sightings of the “elusive” rainbow snake, according to a news release. The FWC said the visually ...

Florida, with it beaches, and particularly the theme parks, is a favorite vacation destination. And, if your children are in school or college, flying to Florida over the Christmas holiday break or ...

SUNRISE, Fla. - The biggest threat to the Florida panther isn't other animals - it's vehicles. The state's official animal since 1987, the Florida panther is one of the most endangered mammals in the ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is calling on artists of all ages to showcase their creativity in the Florida Fish Art Contest, with submissions due by Feb. 28.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ever wanted to adopt the friendly neighborhood raccoon that makes its way into your trash can? Good news, animal lovers of Florida ...