Tropical Disturbance Forms Ahead Of Hurricane Season's Start

The storm has little chance of forming over the next few days, but does serve as a reminder that it’s time for Tampa Bay to get ready.

Florida Bites: Giant 'Man-Eating' Crocodiles On Loose From Africa

The crocodiles came from Africa, where their species killed 123 people between 2010 and 2014, scientists said.

Mercury Set To Pass In Front Of The Sun On Monday

The Transit of Mercury astrological event happens about 13 times every century. Here are the details for 2016.

Florida's Sea Turtle Nesting Season Kicks Off Soon

Tampa Bay area residents and visitors are being asked to exercise caution around the protected creatures.

Rare Manatee Twins Spotted Near Siesta Key

Their mother is well known to the scientists at Sarasota’s Mote Marine Laboratory.

Gator Caught Swimming At Florida Beach

The 7 ½-foot critter was pulled from waters offshore of Fort Myers recently.

Bull Shark Attacks Florida Diver

The attack reportedly occurred Wednesday afternoon in Riviera Beach.

Watch: Spinner Shark Knocks Florida Paddleboarder Into Water

The man was in waters off Jupiter Beach Thursday when he had an unexpected close encounter.

15-Foot Monster Gator Bagged In Florida

The alligator is believed to have been making meals out of cattle on an Okeechobee farm.

Watch: Charging Florida Panther Interrupts Nature Walk

A woman was out on a nature hike at Naples’ Corkscrew Swamp when the encounter occurred.

Photos: Silly Florida Deer Discover Swimming Isn't For Them

A Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officer had to rescue the pair from rough Gulf of Mexico waters recently.

Great White Shark Expedition Planned Off Florida Coast

Mote Marine scientists are joining Ocearch on the two-week study mission.

Shark Photobombs Florida Surfer

The man’s girlfriend captured shots of the two riding the same wave.

Florida Manatee Count Numbers Up Again

A new record in the annual count comes as federal officials consider downgrading protections for manatees.

Watch: Thousands Of Blacktip Sharks Swarm Florida Coast

More than 10,000 sharks are estimated to be hanging out off of Palm Beach.

Monster Python Bagged In Florida

The creature doesn’t count as a catch in the state’s ongoing 2016 Python Challenge.

Exotic Kinkajou Crashes Elderly Woman's Home

The unusual creature decided to curl up on the 99-year-old woman’s chest while she was sleeping.

Watch: Life For Bear Cubs Has Its Ups And Downs

Two bouncing black bear cubs had a good time on a Florida family’s trampoline.

ICYMI: Florida Tornadoes Were No Freak Storms

The potential for more severe weather remains as winter continues, forecasters warn.

Crocodile Takes Dip In Floridian's Pool

The homeowner came across the interloper early Thursday morning.

Photos: Cape Coral Tornado Damaged 178 Structures

Forecasters say the Tampa Bay area is not immune to twisters as strong as the one that blew through Cape Coral.

Red Tide Persists Off Tampa Bay Coastline

The heaviest concentrations are found in Sarasota, but samples have tested positive in Manatee and Pinellas counties, as well.

Beach Monitoring Tool Upgraded as Red Tide Continues

Mote Marine Laboratory has upgraded its tool that allows beachgoers to check on local conditions.

Sea Turtle Nesting Breaks Records

The Mote Marine Laboratory reports that 2015 was a banner year for nesting.

Photos: Monster Gators Wrestle on Golf Course

Golfers at the Florida course reportedly did not play through.

Crocodile Attacks Florida Dog

The fatal encounter serves as a reminder to pet owners throughout the state.

Watch: Black Lab Is A Lobster-Catching Machine

A Florida man shares his secrets on how to train pooches to fetch these tasty critters.

Photo: Gator Battles Giant Python on Golf Course

The gator is believed to have won the fight.

Red Tide a Lingering Tampa Bay Area Concern

The heaviest concentrations are in Sarasota and Manatee counties, but it has been detected in other counties in the Bay area.

2 Well-Known Dolphins Die in Sarasota Bay

‘Riptorn’ was one of the two dolphins found dead over the weekend.

Shark Researchers Cast Net in Gulf Waters

OCEARCH is currently running an expedition in the Gulf of Mexico with a Sarasota scientist onboard.

Red Tide Spotted Off Sarasota Coastline

The potential respiratory irritant is expected to stick around through Thursday evening.

Ozzie the Bald Eagle Has Died

The bald eagle and his partner Harriet were internet sensations.

10-Foot Python Suns on Florida Beach

The large reptile was out of its element for sure.

Watch: Adorable Raccoon Knocks for Food

The hungry critter has become a regular visitor at a Florida woman’s home.

Rip Current Warnings Go Up Around the Bay

Forecasters say the risk is high in several area counties.

Watch: Tiny Albino Loggerhead Makes Its Way Into the Gulf

The baby was caught on film in the Naples area last week.

Shark Bites Florida Surfer

The attack happened in waist-deep water Sunday.

Flood Advisory Issued for 3 Bay Area Counties (Expired)

The advisory will remain in effect until 4 p.m. Friday.

3 Struck by Lightning on Nude Beach

All three were treated for injuries following the strike on Haulover Beach.