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Shark Knocks Young Surfer Off Surfboard in Florida Waters
A young surfer had a close encounter with a shark while riding a wave in Florida waters over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
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Hog Hunter Attacked by Alligator Along Florida's Treasure Coast
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission on Sunday said 46-year-old James G. Boyce, of Palm Beach Gardens, suffered a “substantial” bite to his leg while hunting on Saturday.
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Kinkajou Attack on Florida Man 911 Calls Released
Officials have released 911 calls from last month’s kinkajou attack at an apartment in which a Florida man was injured.
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Florida Panthers Afflicted With Mysterious Walking Disorder
Florida wildlife officials are investigating a disorder that causes Florida panthers to have trouble walking.
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Florida Vacation Home Invaded by Vomiting Vultures
A New York couple’s luxurious vacation house in Florida has been taken over by dozens of black vultures that are vomiting and defecating everywhere.
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Florida Manatee Deaths Could Reach Record High
The number of manatee deaths caused by watercraft could hit an all-time high in Florida this year.
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Florida Fish and Wildlife Officials Give Okay to Killing Green Iguanas
Permits aren’t necessary to kill these invasive reptiles in Florida.
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Florida Deputy ‘Detains' Tortoise For Blocking Roadway, Releases Him After Warning and a Selfie
The tortoise, identified as “Gopherus Genus”, was detained and – after a heartfelt conversation between the two – was released by Fontenot with a warning.
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Florida Deputy ‘Detains' Tortoise For Blocking Roadway, Releases Him After Warning and a Selfie
The tortoise, identified as “Gopherus Genus”, was detained and – after a heartfelt conversation between the two – was released by Fontenot with a warning.
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Woman Accused of ‘Jabbing,' ‘Stomping' Sea Turtle Nest in Miami Beach
A Chinese citizen was arrested Saturday for “jabbing” a sea turtle nest with a wooden stake and “stomping” on the protected habitat, according to the Miami Beach Police Department.
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Woman Accused of ‘Jabbing,' ‘Stomping' Sea Turtle Nest in Miami Beach
A Chinese citizen was arrested Saturday for “jabbing” a sea turtle nest with a wooden stake and “stomping” on the protected habitat, according to the Miami Beach Police Department.
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Video Shows Bobcat Perched On Top Of Electrical Pole in Collier County
A Florida bobcat found its way to the top of an electrical pole on Thursday.
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Large, Flightless Bird Attacks and Kills Its Fallen Owner in Florida
A large, flightless bird native to Australia and New Guinea attacked and killed its owner when the man fell on his property in Florida, authorities said Saturday.
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Police Remove 750-Pound Alligator From South Florida Park
Alligator sightings and encounters have become so common, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission issues a guide explaining how to coexist with the creatures. It details everything from when alligators are most active, to what to do if you’re bitten.
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Escaped Zebra Shot, Killed by Owner in Florida
A zebra was shot and killed by its owner Wednesday after it escaped in Florida, sheriff’s officials said.
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Maryland Man Arrested After Bragging About Being Wanted for Attacking a Pelican in Florida
A Maryland man wanted in Florida for an apparent attack on a pelican was arrested in Ocean City Friday morning.
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Toxic Red Tide That Has Devastated Florida Since 2017 Not Detected in Waters
Florida’s coastal waters appear free from a devastating red tide bloom that began in October 2017.
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2 Endangered Florida Panthers Found Dead Days Apart
Two endangered Florida panther deaths have been reported in the past week.
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Cohen Postpones House Committee Appearance, Cites Safety
Michael Cohen has postponed his appearance before the House Oversight Committee scheduled for Feb. 7. A statement from Cohen’s lawyer cites concerns for the safety of Cohen and his family.
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Record Number of Florida Manatees Killed by Boaters: State
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials recorded 119 manatees killed by a boat strike last year, breaking the record of 106 set in 2016 and tied in 2017.