A marbled godwit was a nice find this week at Griswold Point in Old Lyme, but I'm especially fond of the whimbrel, a regal ...

The new species has a diamond-shaped body, "flat" head and "whip-like tail," researchers said. Its skin is covered with star-shaped ridges. Its total number of teeth increases over time but can reach ...

The flat, gravel rooftop of the Monroe County Government Center in Marathon continues to serve as a seasonal nesting site for ...

Coral Springs resident Meir Martin, who was born in Israel, uses his computer and his imagination to enhance his photos with ...

Thousands of shorebirds gather on islands around the Tampa Bay area created when material is dredged to make water deeper for ...

American oystercatchers are thriving on New York beaches, showcasing a resilient conservation success amid challenges from ...

In the middle of Florida’s largest port, where cruise ships bigger than most buildings depart five times a week, two small, ...

Birders looking for variety in both species and settings will find plenty to explore in the U.S. national park system. These parks and protected areas support hundreds of native and migratory ...

Rising 40 feet above the waters of Hillsborough Bay is a human-made island that's become a vital habitat for beach-nesting birds. Why it matters: 3D Island and nearby 2D Island — both formed from ...

Alligators bask in sunny spots, posing perfectly for your vacation photos. This park stands among Florida’s first state parks ...

A young male Florida panther was killed on I-75 in Pasco County, the first known such incident in the area, highlighting the species' vulnerability and conservation challenges.

Tawny crazy ants in Florida number in the millions, asphyxiate their prey and create huge supercolonies that are nearly impossible to eradicate.