In the 1950s, the US pet trade began importing caimans; decades later, they may be competing with native crocodilians in the Everglades wetlands

Pet stores imported baby caimans from the 1950s. Now they live in Florida, and a 10-year effort removed 251, while scientists ...
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Alligators & swamp exploring in the Everglades

This week, I met up with a new friend on her family's swamp property in the Everglades. We explored the area, hung out with ...

How James Uthmeier’s attorney general campaign benefitted from Alligator Alcatraz

Some contributions from contractors occurred just days before or after the companies landed major state contracts.

Why iguanas are blamed for crocodiles missing teeth in Florida

A first-of-its-kind discovery has researchers probing whether a popular way to control an invasive pest threatens native wildlife.

More than 3.5 million have voted in Florida. See breakdown by party

Voters will head to the polls Nov. 3, making decisions on several state and local candidates, including Florida governor.
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In Florida, a dead alligator had a hammer in its forehead, and a business owner was charged

A wildlife case in West Palm Beach, Florida, is drawing alarm after officers found a dead alligator with a hammer still ...

Apopka native John Anderson’s ‘Seminole Wind’ named Florida’s official anthem

Governor also wants Lake Apopka wildlife drive and trail system renamed in honor of Hall of Fame singer who died last week ...
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This New Jersey Hike Rivals the Everglades, Without the Crowds

Growing up in New Jersey, the swamps of Florida were always a far-off and mysterious land for me. My few encounters with the state were always in more touristy areas, but I was fascinated by the ...

Ingoglia vs. Taddeo: Meet the candidates running for Florida chief financial officer

Both major candidates for CFO are running as the taxpayers' watchdog. Five days before the election, they disagree sharply ...
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"I want to see the Cuban regime fall": The stance of David Jolly, Democratic candidate for governor of Florida

David Jolly, the Democratic candidate for governor of Florida, stated exclusively that he wants to see the Cuban regime fall, ...

Ingoglia vs. Taddeo | Previewing the race for Florida Chief Financial Officer

Both major candidates for CFO are running as the taxpayers' watchdog. Five days before the election, they disagree sharply ...