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Nesting sea turtle
Help sea turtles have nesting success this year
Nesting season has begun for sea turtles along Florida’s beaches, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation... more
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FWC first U.S. agency to receive accreditation from NAWLEA Program
On March 3, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Division of Law Enforcement became... more
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SFWMD will hold a Recreational Public Forum on March 24
Join the South Florida Water Management District (District) for the upcoming Recreational Public Forum to discuss public recreational issues... more
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Florida pine snake
Help conserve Florida’s wildlife this spring
Much of Florida’s diverse wildlife becomes more active in springtime. more
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Now is the time to plan for bat maternity season
While Florida’s 13 native bat species are beneficial and typically roost in trees, caves or other natural spaces... more
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This is a photo of a great egret. [Photo: byChristine Howe/Audubon Photography Awards].
SFWMD releases Wading Bird Reports for 2022 and 2023 nesting seasons
On March 12, Audubon Florida released their summary of the annual South Florida Wading Bird Report. more
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FWC photo by Carol Lynn Parrish
Learn how to be croc-wise
The American crocodile can be found in coastal regions of southern Florida... more
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Trillion gallons of water wasted? Fix a Leak Week is March 17-23
One trillion gallons. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), that’s about how much water is wasted... more
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Snowy plover on nest on beach.
Help Florida’s waterbirds have nesting success
If you plan on spending time along Florida’s incredible shorelines this spring and summer... more
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District land provides important habitat for native wildlife
In recognition of World Wildlife Day, we are highlighting our continued efforts to protect and... more
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Florida panther mortality update
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through Feb. 28, at noon. more
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FWC implements name change to “Gulf of America”
In support of President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14172, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission... more
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FWC commissioners approve rule revisions for game farms
At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved rule changes... more
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FWC recognizes Florida bass as a unique species
American Fisheries Society confirmed Florida bass as a separate species from largemouth bass. more
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FWC increases antlerless deer harvest opportunities
At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved rule changes... more
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FWC considers options for black bear hunting
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) wants to hear from the public about their thoughts... more
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S-65 boat lock will be closed March 2-6
The S-65 Boat Lock on Lake Kissimmee in Osceola County near the Polk County line will temporarily close... more
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Fire ants in a petri dish. Insects, ant, colony, bugs.
Observe Pesticide Safety Education Month
February is Pesticide Safety Education Month, and it’s the perfect time to brush up on how to use... more
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Invasive Species Awareness Week highlights the importance of protecting public lands
District staff work from Orlando to the Florida Keys to protect nearly 1.5 million acres... more
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UF/IFAS’s pet fish breeding research is saving reefs, creating Florida jobs
But in the Sunshine State, only 10% of that industry breeds salt-water fish. more
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