Melaleuca are one of the most notorious invasive species in Florida. They first arrived in the United States from Australia in the 1800s, and they have been a nuisance ever since then.

Florida’s ecosystems are plagued by hundreds of invasive plant species that can cause serious problems for native plants and wildlife. Live updates: First launch of doubleheader set for 5:04 p.m.

The invasive nature of the Mexican petunia. Mexican petunia was brought to Florida in the 1940s and identified as a Category I invasive exotic by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council in 2001.

It may not be possible to eradicate the state’s tens of thousands of Burmese pythons. But the local wildlife is biting back—and humans wielding new tech can help.

According to state agencies, as of 2019, 194 invasive plant species and 126 invasive animal species lived in Florida. What brings so many unwanted newcomers to the state’s shores? First, Florida ...

The Brazilian pepper tree was introduced in Southwest Florida as an exotic landscaping plant, but as it established itself, it has become one of the region's most-invasive plants.

The snakes have decimated ecosystems, mostly in South Florida, by either preying upon or driving out most other medium and large animals such as rabbits, raccoons, opossums, bobcats and even deer.

The spotted lanternfly has spread to 17 states in the U.S. So far, it hasn't been spotted in Florida, but one of its favorite foods - the tree of heaven - as far south as Hillsborough County.