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Florida is undoubtedly the most curious, wackiest, and unusual state in the US, inhabited by the weirdest people ever. And no wonder, as the local Floridians have to deal with alligators, venomous snakes, seasonless climate, mosquitos, and such high humidity that leaves you all wet in a second on a hot one every day. Also, bona fide Florida state inhabitants have an old tradition of living for today, no matter the dire consequences. And we are not only talking about those people who chose to live in the Everglades, as Miami Floridians are also quite kooky. If, or rather when, the dire consequences do happen, it is a law to make every arrest public information, thus putting every deed of these crazy people in the spotlight.

There are tons of unbelievable Florida Man headlines out there about situations that have bewildered everyone, and while there are many different individuals involved in these stories, the proverbial Florida Man always takes the cake with some of the most mind-boggling examples. Thanks to a Twitter (now known as X) account so aptly named Florida Man that gathers "Real-life stories of the world's worst superhero," we can share the stories of these funny people with you, and it's truly amazing.

Take a look at some of the Florida Man stories embodying the shenanigans we’d never even dare to think of.

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Lucky Shirt

Lucky Shirt

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The History of the Florida Man Meme

The Florida Man meme hails from a Twitter (now known as X) feed that has curated bizarre domestic incidents involving male residents of the Florida state. The feed has been alive since 2013, making 2023 this meme’s honorable anniversary. 

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Tell-Tale Signs

Tell-Tale Signs

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Mojones
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honest advertising isn't always the best advertisement

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Best Use For A Private Plane

Best Use For A Private Plane

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Tony Moon
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This has been done by many pilots, not just Florida pilots. We are all basically children with wings anyway...

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The catch of these Florida Man news headlines is that they are supposed to be read as if all of these petty crimes and incidents were done by one and only man, dubbed as the ‘world’s worst superhero.’ And really, once you start reading these stories keeping that in mind, they instantly get even better and all the more bizarre!

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Florida Man Challenge

While these incredulous Florida Man headlines inspired a series of memes, this wasn’t its only aim at eternal glory. In 2019, a new viral internet challenge was created in honor of the Florida Man - the “Florida Man Challenge.” The premise was pretty simple - you had to search for Florida Man stories that were published on your birthday and share them on social media networks. And with the rules so simple and the outcome so hilarious, we surely didn’t mind this challenge keeping as viral as it did for quite some time!

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Shooting Down The Weather

Shooting Down The Weather

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The Real Meaning of the Florida Man Meme

Okay, so you might think that it is barely a funny meme and a gathering of life’s ludicrous tellings. And you’ll be right! Almost. However, the Florida Man meme is, in fact, a witness to the irrational, delusional, maniacal, insane, and absurd side of things, which none of us can really escape. So why not look at it with a dash of humor and through the lens of the world’s worst superhero? 

For the amusement to continue, we advise you to keep on scrolling through our article and read the ever-weird and amusing Florida Man headlines!

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Cleverest Camo

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wearing a bag on his head... this alone shows that he's not a smart guy. My 2 yo knows this is not a good idea. Trying to hide our ID with transprence just show how much he's not smart. Yet, I'm sure he didn't show us the extent of his stupidity. I bet he can do "better".

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They Don't Need Them Anyway

They Don't Need Them Anyway

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Says A Lot About The Local Cuisine

Says A Lot About The Local Cuisine

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Zenozenobee
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sure there is a contest among cops about who can fulfill a report with the funniest reason of arrest. They have good material it seems XD

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Birds And Bees

Birds And Bees

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Hans
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"However, the children already knew and showed him 'educational footage' on their smartphons. The man now is traumatized."

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He Should've Stayed At Scohol Then

He Should've Stayed At Scohol Then

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The Monkey Told Him To Do It

The Monkey Told Him To Do It

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Magpie
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like a Capuchin monkey. Aren't those protected by wild life laws across the world?__ sadly many "orphan baby needs a home" animals have had to watch the smugglers kill their parents. ( the baby's parents )

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Her Love Just Needed A Little Kindling

Her Love Just Needed A Little Kindling

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#29

You Can Buy Everything These Days

You Can Buy Everything These Days

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Seems Like The Swans Practiced Theirs Too

Seems Like The Swans Practiced Theirs Too

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The Pretender

The Pretender

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Zenozenobee
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And he thought that no one would have any doubt on 18 yo being a doctor...

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Sorting Your Priorities

Sorting Your Priorities

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Did It Include "I Shot The Sheriff"?

Did It Include "I Shot The Sheriff"?

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The Solstice

The Solstice

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A Dyke From The Dreamworld
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I got the eye of a tiger, a fighter, dancing, through the fire, I am a criminal, and you're gonna hear me scream bloody murder....

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Should've Went For Something More Original

Should've Went For Something More Original

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#43

Where Else Would You Get Scrap Metal

Where Else Would You Get Scrap Metal

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Refreshments Worthy Of A Prima Donna

Refreshments Worthy Of A Prima Donna

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Or Was He A Merman?

Or Was He A Merman?

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Lynn Noyes
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It says a lot that Florida has actually enacted a law making it illegal to ride on a manatee.

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James K
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Come on! EVERYBODY KNOWS that Thursday's are "Free Fruit and Soda Night*" down at the Grab-&-Go! *(For anyone wearing a tutu and hopped up on Meth! Keeping hydrated is necessary for optimum health!)

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Parmeisan
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I mean - and don't get me wrong, I see that this is problematic - but that seems like a rather specific law. Is this not the first time this has happened? Or did it just fall under nature conservation or something?

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La Petite Morte
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can remember at least 5 reports of somebody attempting this while I was in high school, so yeah, it happened enough that they had time pass a law.

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kiana zurch
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4 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

hence why he got the ride he got everything he wanted and needed

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James K
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reverse Discrimination! He was bein rid by that manatee. They're all sexual predator's, you know.

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awww I wanna play with a manatee. They are amazing.

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Captain Marvel
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, first of all, the species is endangered. Second, the man is obviously not in his right mind and could have seriously hurt himself. And third, think of the poor manatee, under the weight of a full grown man, being wrongly abused. It's wrong. Animals don't deserve to be treated like this.

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Oh, Bee-Have

Oh, Bee-Have

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Jörg Zingler
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lol, in Germany there is actually a lwa for this event: German Civil Code § 961: Section 961 Loss of ownership of bee swarms Where a swarm of bees takes flight, it becomes ownerless if the owner fails to pursue it without undue delay or if he gives up the pursuit.

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Raindrops Are Falling On My Head

Raindrops Are Falling On My Head

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Sparkly Fingers

Sparkly Fingers

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A New PR Trick?

A New PR Trick?

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JillVille
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

4 hours? Shouldn't you visit the doctor if your high lasts more than 4 hours? Oh wait, that's the other drug, never mind :)

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All Because Of The 'Stache

All Because Of The 'Stache

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He Had The Heart Of A Lion

He Had The Heart Of A Lion

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spirit wolf
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For all the curious cats out there he stole three Florida box turtles, two red-foot tortoises, a skink and a squirrel monkey. Four other animals are still missing . What did you do to them Cedric? Has anyone seen two gopher tortoises and two box turtles hanging out together?

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Pre-Warmed For Cooking

Pre-Warmed For Cooking

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Ryo Bakura
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Hello, ladies. Can I interest you in some Surf 'n' Turf? And my penis?"

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How Many Personalities Can You Be?

How Many Personalities Can You Be?

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