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Endangered plant that only grows in Polk County threatened by proposed highway
There's an extremely rare plant that, in all of Florida, only grows in Polk County, but it's being threatened by a proposed highway.
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Florida Bobcat Kills 13-Foot Python for the First Time on Record. It’s a Sign of Nature ‘Fighting Back’ Against the Invasive Snakes
Burmese pythons are wreaking havoc on the Everglades ecosystem, but some native animals have been known to prey on the enormous reptiles ...
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Video: Manatee gives diver hug while swimming in Central Florida spring
He said the "sea cow" continued to hug him for around two to three minutes before he could get his leg free. Manatees usually keep their distance and do not swim up to people, according to Barrick. It ...
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The clock is ticking: Florida's 2025 Python Challenge is three weeks away. What to know
Florida Python Challenge is being held in July this year instead of August. Our guide will answer all of your questions.
Florida conservation group sets record removing massive Burmese pythons from Everglades
On Monday, they announced a record-breaking Burmese python season. The group said it removed 6,300 pounds of the invasive snake, marking a milestone for the conservancy's python program, with more ...
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Pythons in Florida: Team puts dent in species killing wildlife - Palm Beach Post
To date, they’ve documented the snakes eating at least 85 species in Florida, including foxes, rabbits, raccoons, birds, reptiles, and wild hogs. It's not just the pythons, it's their eggs.
GoPro video of Florida python slithering through grass provides an exhilarating ride
The audio-visual team for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission produced this unique video showing a python ...
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Scientists discover hybrid termite species in Florida - MSN
A new University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences study confirms that hybrid termite colonies have been established in South Florida. Researchers told FOX 13 these hybrid ...
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Giant manta ray dives under Florida paddleboarder: 'Unbelievable' - FOX 10 Phoenix
Giant manta rays are the largest ray species and are protected in Florida waters. ... STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, ...
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Giant manta ray dives under Florida paddleboarder: 'Unbelievable'
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the giant manta ray is the largest in the world with a wingspan of up to 29.5 feet with an average around 22 feet.
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Pythons in Florida: Team works to put dent in species killing wildlife - Austin American-Statesman
To date, they’ve documented the snakes eating at least 85 species in Florida, including foxes, rabbits, raccoons, birds, reptiles, and wild hogs. It's not just the pythons, it's their eggs.
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Pythons in Florida: Team works to put dent in species killing wildlife - For The Win
To date, they’ve documented the snakes eating at least 85 species in Florida, including foxes, rabbits, raccoons, birds, reptiles, and wild hogs. It's not just the pythons, it's their eggs.