Snakes may have a reputation for being mysterious or even frightening, but many species are surprisingly docile. Even in ...

There was a time when iguanas were admired as novelties in Florida, roaming unmolested and being fed like stray cats. No ...

Floridians could be see cooler weather in time for the holidays later this month. However, could it be deadly for invasive ...

Cozy season is officially upon us. As the weather gets colder and colder and the sun sets earlier and earlier, it is finally that very magical time of year when relaxation is an absolute priority.

Burmese pythons are an invasive species in Florida, causing significant declines in native small mammal populations. Originally introduced through the pet trade, the wild python population in the ...

A cat hilariously personifies everyday "pet" peeves. Wild Encounters brings you closer to the fascinating world of animals and pets. From exotic creatures in their natural habitats to everyday pets ...

The days of trash-talking raccoons may be coming to an end. A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Zoology found that city-dwelling raccoons are showing early signs of domestication — and ...

A new study found that your favorite city-dwelling trash pandas are evolving to become cuter, an early sign of domestication. There's only one problem in Texas—owning a raccoon as a pet is illegal.

Raccoons are undeniably adorable, with their bandit-like masks and those clever little hands that seem almost human. It’s no wonder some people look at them and think, "Wouldn’t that make an amazing ...

Invasive species are altering ecosystems across the United States at a swift pace, outcompeting native wildlife, disrupting ...

A Charlotte County man encountered a nearly 12-foot Burmese python on Tuesday night in Rotonda West, Florida. The snake was spotted on Medalist Drive, stretching halfway across the road. Wade Gardner, ...

A Florida man who found and killed a nearly 12-foot-long Burmese python was told by a state agency to “put it in the trash” because “there were too many” of them for officials to handle. Wayne Gardner ...