I know it is anthropomorphic, and therefore wrong, to think of terns as classier versions of gulls. In the proper scientific sense, class should only be considered in the taxonomic sense. But I have ...

Why Birds Need Native Plants Native plants for birds are like Mom’s home cooking. They’re the tried-and-true foods that keep ...

Scientists aren't sure exactly why the events are increasing, but say it's likely attributed to a variety of factors.

The emergence of bird flu in Florida, particularly its impact on dolphins, raises concerns about potential human transmission and the state's preparedness for future pandemics. The politicization ...

The Argentine black and white tegu lizard is a non-native, invasive species distributed throughout Florida through escapes or ...

I’ve been sitting outside watching the birds. Suzy Fleming Leonard is a retired journalist who spent 25 years as a writer, editor and columnist at FLORIDA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected].

Before we move on to the greatness that is the Madness, let’s pause for a moment and celebrate the Pre-Madness that just ...

The South Florida Water Management District reported overall nesting down although snowy egrets, South Florida's dominant ...