🦩 Wildlife
Manatee sightings, gator news, conservation updates, and wildlife encounters from across Florida.
Injured Owl Rescued at Broward College
A Pembroke Pines officer and college staff helped an injured owl found on the Broward College campus.
AAAC Wildlife Removal Opens Sarasota-Area Territory
The franchise says its new territory will serve Sarasota and Manatee counties with wildlife removal and restoration services.
St. Vincent NWR: Boat Access, Rules & Wildlife Guide
Plan a smart day on this boat-only Florida barrier island, from launch options and daylight limits to wildlife-friendly viewing.
Blue Spring Swim Run Closes Nov. 15 for Manatee Season
Blue Spring State Park’s swim run closes Nov. 15, while boardwalk manatee viewing and day-use visits continue.
Bobcat Freed From Stuart Fence Released After Checkup
A bobcat found caught in barbed wire near Stuart was cleared by a wildlife hospital and released.
Volunteer Photo Reviewers Help Track Everglades Wildlife
More than 5,500 volunteers helped classify camera-trap photos for FWC wildlife monitoring across 14 management areas.
Weeki Wachee Kayak vs. River Cruise: Which to Book?
A practical look at Weeki Wachee paddling, wildlife viewing and the current low-water pause on the river cruise.
Flamingo Boat Tours: Florida Bay vs. Whitewater Bay
Choose the right Flamingo cruise for open-water wildlife or mangrove backcountry—and plan the long drive from Homestead well.
Florida Keys Wildlife Society to Mark 30th Year
The nonprofit’s free Nov. 17 event on Big Pine Key will share its work supporting Keys wildlife and habitats.
Topsail Hill Preserve Opens New Visitor and Nature Center
The new $4.2 million center introduces visitors to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park’s ecosystems beyond its beach.
Myakka Airboat Tours vs. Kayaking: What’s Current
A practical look at wildlife, water levels, launch access and today’s known costs at Myakka River State Park.
Panama City Brothers Turn Wildlife Rescue Into a Mission
The Conservation Brothers built fishing-line bins, led cleanups and created nesting boxes to help wildlife near St. Andrew’s Bay.
Flooding Sends 6-Foot Gator Into Indian River Driveway
Deputies moved a more-than-six-foot alligator from a residential driveway after flooding displaced wildlife.
North Florida Wildlife Center Ranks No. 2 in Florida
The Lamont nonprofit placed second in BusinessRate’s 2026 Florida zoo rankings, trailing the top spot by three points.
New Zebra Foal Makes Public Debut at Animal Kingdom Lodge
Aziza’s female foal has begun exploring the Arusha Savanna near Jambo House.
Florida State Parks Add New Manatee Experiences
Four state parks have added manatee-focused resources, from new signs to underwater listening programs.
St. Marks Trailhead Planned for Florida Wildlife Corridor
A new trailhead behind City Hall is expected to open by December 2027 with parking, water and bike-repair amenities.
Study Finds Pythons May Spread Seeds in the Everglades
A new study found viable plant seeds in invasive Burmese pythons, revealing another way the reptiles may affect South Florida ecosystems.
Pennekamp: Snorkel Tour vs. Glass-Bottom Boat
Choose the right reef outing at John Pennekamp—and understand Cannon Beach access during current park work.
Baby Girl Zebra Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Aziza’s healthy new foal has begun exploring the Arusha savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.
Homosassa Springs: Tickets, Boat Status & Manatee Viewing
A practical guide to admission, the current boat-service closure, the Wildlife Walk and seeing manatees at Homosassa Springs.
Florida’s $5 Manatee Sticker Supports Rescue Work
A $5 or larger voluntary donation through county tax collectors supports manatee research, rescue, rehabilitation and education.
Baby Ankole Calf Raisin Joins Kilimanjaro Safaris
Raisin, a new Ankole calf, is now visible to guests on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
FWC Warns Boaters as Manatees Move to Winter Waters
As waters cool, the FWC is asking boaters to slow down and watch for manatees headed to warm-water refuges.