With alligators guarding “Alligator Alcatraz” in Florida, we asked: How dangerous are Mississippi’s alligators, really?

Understanding the New World screwworm blowfly and its behavior underscores why it is so dangerous to the livestock industry.

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

Tiger pythons are among the most impressive predators in the animal kingdom: They can grow up to 20 feet long, are powerful, and can swallow entire animals whole–including fur, feathers, and even ...

In the Everglades, crocodiles are more dangerous than alligators. And calling a place there Alligator Alcatraz is a crock.

Prosecutors say the "Tiger King" star bought animals like chimpanzees and tigers on the black market, fueling illegal ...

A new Florida law imposes stricter penalties on owners of dangerous dogs, including mandatory liability insurance.