South Florida nature lovers offer tips on where to see the most colorful and diverse assortment of birds and other wildlife ...

Two bills in the Florida Legislature seek to overturn the mockingbird's nearly 100-year reign as the state bird in favor of a ...

Florida named the mockingbird its state bird back in 1927, when the state was much more agricultural and less populated on the coasts. It may not be quite as representative of today's bustling, modern ...

Key Largo is quieter than Key West, but just as beautiful, and offers many exciting activities. With snorkeling, scuba diving ...

The Florida Senate has introduced Senate Bill 880, which proposes a shake-up in the state's bird designations. The bill seeks ...

Police in Palm Bay were shocked when they received a call Tuesday about a loose emu bird on the run. It took at least three officers to round up the giant bird. Posted April 2, 2025 11:15am EDT ...

Police in Palm Bay were shocked when they received a call Tuesday about a loose emu bird on the run. It took at least three officers to round up the giant bird. McCarthy says Trump ‘having to be ...

The American flamingo would be the official state bird, and the Florida scrub jay would be the official state songbird. Currently, the state bird is the northern mockingbird, desi ...

it is a call to protect what is rare and precious," Rodriquez said. "And this bill is not just about birds; it is about identity, conservation and culture. Florida deserves to be represented by ...

The northern mockingbird migrated to Florida like many residents. The bird is known for mimicking the calls of other birds. Florida named the mockingbird its state bird back in 1927, and this ...