Can Miami Become the South’s Next Great Oyster Capital?
Founded by friends, an Everglades oyster farm may have what it takes to revive Gulf oysters and change the industry forever.
Animals & Wildlife
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Vulnerable Swallow-Tailed Kites Finish 5K-Mile Migration to Palm Beach
Their safe return is ecologically significant because the species’ population took a nosedive in the 1900s.
Swamp King: The Young Biologist Keeping Science Accessible on TikTok
His chameleon, Krome, is pretty cool, too.
Miami Condo Building Stands by Pigeon Killings Despite Outrage
In an email to residents, Neo Vertika acknowledged that the video may be upsetting but said the vendor’s actions are lawful.
Neighbors Outraged At Video Showing Man Harming Pigeons on Miami Condo Roof
A man is captured on video stuffing the live pigeons into a garbage bag.
Did South Florida Just Gain an Invasive Species? Meet the Nile Monitor
Invasive species hunters say they’re seeing the giant lizard more and more often in South Florida.
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Ex-Miami Seaquarium Owner Eduardo Albor Reportedly Arrested in Cancun
Albor has been mired in Miami Seaquarium’s controversial existence since taking over the now-closed attraction in 2021.
Did Florida Officials Just Kill More Than 5,000 Frozen Iguanas?
If you thought this cold snap was rough for you, consider that FWC collected thousands of iguanas for summary execution
Why Do Florida Iguanas Fall From Trees When it’s Cold?
When temperatures drop in Miami, so do iguanas — often from significant heights.
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Chewy Is Opening a Bark Park on The Underline
It’s part of the third and final phase of development for the urban path beneath the Metrorail.
How To Kill a Mockingbird: Florida Mulls Flamingo as New State Bird
Jim Mooney hopes the flamingo’s Florida resurgence will sway lawmakers to unseat the mockingbird.
The Palm Beach Frozen Iguanas Is the Sports Team South Florida Needed
One of South Florida’s zaniest phenomena is now immortalized in sports merch.
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Florida Releases Kill Count for 2025 Black Bear Hunt: What to Know
Hunters “harvested” (killed) dozens of Florida black bears during the statewide, state-sanctioned December hunt.
Inside the Wet, Wild, Gnarly Manatee Orgies of South Florida
If you see a group of manatees piled on top of one another, don’t panic!
Bear Hunt Farce: Fish & Wildlife Says It Doesn’t Have to Follow Science
The bear hunt that started December 6 runs counter to scientific evidence. Wildlife commissioners don’t care.
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Are Portuguese Man O’ Wars Washing Up on Miami Beaches?
While it looks like a jellyfish, and stings like one, the Portuguese man o’ war is actually a siphonophore. Duh!
Ex-Miami Seaquarium Workers Seek to Adopt Animals After Closure
The Dolphin Company wants to transfer 16 sharks to a Miami aquarist named Daniel Castillo, a new court filing reveals.
Where to See Manatees in Miami During Winter: A List
Here’s a handy list of South Florida spots where you can respectfully observe the sea cows.
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Florida Bear Hunt to Take Place in December After Judge Rejects Injunction
Florida’s first bear hunt in a decade is now set for December 6–28.
Choose Yer Gobbler: Which Miami Neighborhood Has the Boldest Chickens?
Wild roosters, hens, and baby chicks have come to rule the roost in places like Little Havana, Hialeah, and Wynwood.
Florida Black Bear Population Shows Sharp Decline Ahead of State Hunt
The state’s own data seems to undermine its argument that a hunt is needed to keep populations in check.
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The 10 Best Dog Parks in Miami
Beachside play areas, sprawling agility fields, and more.