The 2026 Florida Python Challenge will run from July 10 through July 19, with a $10,000 grand prize to whoever removes the ...

The invasive Burmese python is wreaking havoc with the ecosystem in southern parts of Florida. The state has enlisted hunters to try to help eradicate the menacing snakes, and the 2026 Python ...

Florida's annual effort to tackle one of the world's most notorious invasive species is returning this July, but wildlife ...

Eric Carle's 'The Greedy Python' offers a lesson on greed that resonates with Florida's invasive snake crisis.

PERHAM — The Turtle Fest ‘shell-abration’ has begun. The fun events offered have impacted generations. Many locals were in the crowd at the Wednesday, June 17 turtle races, as were families who ...

The Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Tortugas is hosting the annual San Juan Fiesta Turtle Fest this month, celebrating the theme “All American Turtle Derby." The celebration marks the ...

NISSWA — Nisswa’s beloved summer tradition hit its stride on Wednesday, June 10, marking the second week of the town's 63rd annual Turtle Racing season. For those looking to join the action, the races ...

For decades, many runners, and even coaches, have assumed that being a runner meant never walking during a training run or race. Even the most accomplished runners would apologize when they walked at ...

NISSWA — People gathered in downtown Nisswa for Turtle Races on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The 63rd season of Turtle Races continues Wednesdays through Aug. 12, 2026, with registration at 1 p.m. and ...

PERHAM — Perham’s city-wide summer celebration offers turtle races, two concerts, a fireworks show, tons of events for kids, an annual parade that fills the pockets with sweet treats for just about ...

Green sea turtle in the shallow, crystal clear waters off a South Florida beach - Andre Johnson/Getty Images Remember, though, that participating in any type of sea turtle viewing comes with important ...