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Florida is home to a wide variety of snakes, both venomous and non-venomous. The most common venomous snakes in Florida are the Eastern diamondback rattlesnake, the timber rattlesnake, and the water moccasin. The most common non-venomous snakes in Florida are the black racer, the coachwhip,…
Read More Living With Snakes In Florida
Spring is a particularly important season for boaters to go slow and lookout below for manatees as the slow-moving mammals naturally disperse from their winter refuges, traveling to other parts of the state and beyond. Manatees depend on water generally warmer than 68 degrees Fahrenheit…
Read More Go Slow And Look Out Below – Manatees Are On The Move In Florida
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the annual reminder that many native wildlife species are more active during this time of year. By becoming more aware of spring wildlife activity, Florida residents and visitors alike can help conserve our native species…
Read More Florida Spring Brings Bats, Bears, Snakes, And More
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is adopting a holistic management approach for snook that includes a review of several environmental and human factors, including habitat, fishing effort, and stakeholder feedback to evaluate the fishery at a more local scale. FWC staff proposes…
Read More Florida Fish And Wildlife Statewide Snook Workshops Start Next Week
On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved the investment of over $46.6 million to conserve five properties across the state totaling more than 21,000 acres. Four of the five properties are in the Florida Wildlife Corridor, a network of connected lands and…
Read More Gov. DeSantis Announces Approval Of $46.6 Million To Conserve 21,000 Acres For Florida Wildlife Corridor
Signs of spring – balmy weather, blooming flowers, and nesting birds – are occurring throughout Florida. Warmer temperatures also mean alligators are more active and visible. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) recommends taking precautions in and around the water. FWC also provides…
Read More Video: Tips To Co-Exist With Florida Alligators
Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state Cabinet on Monday approved plans to spend more than $46 million to help keep from development 21,000 acres in five counties. The deals included two land purchases under the Florida Forever program and acquiring three conservation easements, which will…
Read More Florida Gov. DeSantis, Cabinet Approve Land Deals
Spring breakers from around the country have begun flocking to the Sunshine State and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding everyone to enjoy their spring break safely. “Nothing can ruin a great day on the water quicker than a boating accident,”…
Read More As Spring Breakers Flock To Florida, FWC Reminds Them To Have Fun, But Be Safe Boating
Nesting season has started for both sea turtles and waterbirds in the Sunshine State. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds people they can help protect vulnerable nesting sea turtles and waterbirds this spring and summer while visiting Florida’s coastal habitats. Because our…
Read More Nesting Season Arrives On Florida’s Coasts For Sea Turtles And Waterbirds
Join the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for Florida WildQuest 2023. Florida residents and visitors are encouraged to grab their phones and go on a wild adventure to complete scavenger hunt missions and discover some of Florida’s best spots to see wildlife and…
Read More FWC Hosts Annual Florida WildQuest Event, April 28-May 7