Many of the differences between turtles and tortoises come from this habitat difference. For example, water-dwelling turtles' shells are usually flattened to help them swim in lakes, rivers or oceans.

Burmese pythons pose a huge threat to native species in the Florida Everglades. Officials have used creative methods to ...

It’s hatchling season along Florida’s Gulf Coast, but on Anna Maria Island, baby sea turtles are facing tougher odds than usual. Conservationists say artificial lighting is disorienting the newborn ...

Florida officials are testing a new method for detecting invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades that involves robotic bunnies. The robotic rabbits are made to look, sound, and even smell like a ...

Residents south of Front Street are ordered not to consume the tap water until the Water Division is able to test and clear the contamination.

Hopefully, just like she healed, the communities affected [by Hurricane Helene] can heal as well, and move forward and rebuild stronger,' said the caretaker for Aggie, the green sea turtle.