Why Florida Can’t Shake Its Ongoing Invasive Snake Problem

Florida is home to some of the most unique ecosystems in the United States, from the vast wetlands of the Everglades to ...
Hoodline

Polk Deputy Yanks 7- To 8-Foot ‘Nope Rope’ From Airbnb Garage With Toddlers Inside

Two toddlers and one very long uninvited guest made for a tense scene at a Polk County Airbnb, where deputies say a 7- to ...

There’s an ‘epidemic’ of people dumping unwanted dogs in the Everglades

There are some days where I come home and break down and cry, but I have to wipe it off and keep saving dogs the next day. If ...
Naples Daily News on MSN

Swimming in Florida this summer? See 5 'snake-infested' lakes to avoid

As Floridians enjoy the early summer weather outside, they might want to be aware of our slithery neighbors also enjoying the sunshine and warm temps ...
Space Coast Daily

Brevard Zoo Welcomes New Male Burmese Python at the Expedition Africa Loop

A new arrival is turning heads at the Brevard Zoo, where staff recently welcomed an adult male Burmese python into its care.
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay

Florida has an Asian swamp eel problem

Asian Swamp Eels University of Florida researchers are asking South Florida residents for help against the spread of Asian ...
WLRN

UF researchers ask South Florida residents to look out for Asian swamp eels

Along with Burmese pythons and green iguanas, there's another invasive animal that South Floridians need to keep an eye out ...