The Brevard Zoo opened a new Manatee Rehabilitation Center, admitting two manatees, Churro and Randa. The center can care for up to six manatees with advanced facilities.

FAU's ocean camera, attached to a nurse shark, recorded a rare encounter with a great white shark, offering unique insights into shark interactions and behavior.

The Oakland, Florida community is alarmed as 30 peafowl are found dead, with local advocate Mo Jacobson seeking sanctuary status for the birds amid ongoing investigations.

Florida may reinstate bear hunting after a decade, with FWC seeking public input on managing the black bear population amid increasing sightings and human-bear encounters.

Green Meadows Petting Farm in Kissimmee reopens, marking a step in the $150 million Lancaster Ranch Park project that includes trails, parks, and more.

Sully, a young spider monkey, had his arm amputated after getting entangled in zoo enclosure mesh and sustaining a severe injury. Brevard Zoo expects him to adapt well despite the accident.

Wekiwa Springs State Park implements a day-use reservation pilot program to mitigate traffic and enhance visitor experience, effective March 12 through September 1.

Kissimmee introduces "EcoTour Services" boat tours at Lake Tohopekaliga and Shingle Creek for nature enthusiasts offering educational and accessible experiences focused on conservation.

Kissimmee Lakefront Park introduces AR art installations, part of the City Unseen initiative, transforming murals into interactive experiences via a mobile app.

Astor Lions Park facilities, including the playground and dog park, are closed due to nearby library construction but will reopen December 18. The library remains open.

Osceola County officials have broken ground on Westside Technology Park in Four Corners, merging recreation with tech-education while practicing environmental conservation.

SeaWorld Orlando has taken in 12 cold-stunned Kemp's ridley sea turtles as part of a multi-organization rescue effort, focusing on their rehabilitation and eventual release.

Disney's Animal Kingdom introduced a new lion pride to aid conservation and aligns with the "Protect the Pride" campaign and the release of "Mufasa: The Lion King."