When a Florida virologist’s cat brought home a dead shrew, no one expected it to lead to the discovery of a previously unknown virus. But that's exactly what happened. The shrew carried a new strain ...

Once nearly extinct, the Florida panther is expanding its range. Protecting wildlife corridors could save the cat—and humans—from sprawl.

In the stretches of Palm Beach County the population of stray cats has grown to over 200,000 according to Brittany Mason who ...

These 8 wild feline cousins of housecats ranging from stealthy lynxes to fierce caracals reveal just how powerful your pet’s DNA truly is. #wildcats #housecatrelatives #catdna #felinefamily # ...

Florida wildlife officials ask residents and visitors to report wild turkey sightings Seen a wild turkey? FWC wants your sightings to help track and protect Florida’s wild turkey population.

Jack the Geoffroy's cat (From Sunset Wildlife Connection Facebook page) We have the extremely unfortunate news to share that Jack the Geoffroy’s cat was found dead this morning by a neighbor. It ...

Since the Florida Wildlife Corridor Act passed in 2021, the state has saved millions of acres for development. But, the work to make people fall in love with animals and nature will never end.

16. Ocelot 16. Ocelot (image credits: unsplash) If you think wild cats in the U.S. are limited to bobcats and cougars, think again. The ocelot, with its striking golden fur and dark rosettes, makes ...

Wildlife experts believe that predators native to the Everglades are beginning to fight back against the invasive species of snake.

Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise, a unit of FDOT, resumed the project last May, launching an alternative corridor study for the 28-mile eastern segment known as Central Polk Parkway East.

This video reveals all 40 species of wild cats, organized by lineage, revealing the fascinating evolutionary history of the Felidae family. Wildcats represent some of the most beautiful and ...

A nature enthusiast captured footage of some of Southwest Florida's wildest mothers as they lead their young through thick parts of the Everglades.