TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A battle over Florida’s state bird has once again taken hold in the state legislature. Twin bills in the state Senate and House are proposing that the American flamingo and the ...

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

Flamingos were common in South Florida until the end of the 19th century, when trends turned to feathers on women's hats and hunters slaughtered millions of birds in the Everglades. The last ...

When you think of Daytona Beach, you probably think of its famous International Speedway. But did you know that it is home to ...

A cottage famous for inspiring Led Zeppelin songs is soon to become the newest Micro Nation in the world - and wants you to join.

Jay Montgomery, an Atlanta native, has been illustrating professionally for 12 years. His award-winning work is known for its ...

Sunday, April 20. Spa Beach Park & Family Park, 800 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Join in the fun during this free festivity ...

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 ...

Birds symbolize freedom, wisdom, death, and rebirth in literature, enriching themes in iconic works. Find out these significant birds and their literary meanings. In To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus ...