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Red Tide Update: Low Levels Detected In Southwest Florida, Monitoring Continues
Biologist lowers a Van Dorn sampler to collect water sample in the Gulf of America. (FWC)
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (F [...]
Reel In The Fun: Florida Offers Free Freshwater Fishing Weekend
Florida Bass Fishing (TFP)
Get ready to cast your lines! The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting its annual license [...]
Roads Remain Deadly For Florida’s Panthers: Another Fatal Collision
Florida Panther (FWC)
The remains of a 4-5-year-old male Florida panther were recovered on State Road 29 in Collier County on March 10, 2025, the [...]
Pompano Beach, Hialeah Men Cited For Separate Marine Wildlife Violations In The Florida Keys
Marine Deputy Luis Guiardinu (MCSO)
MONROE COUNTY, Fla. - Two men have been cited for marine wildlife violations in separate incidents over the we [...]
Florida’s Croc Comeback: FWC Offers Tips To Stay “Croc-Wise”
Crocodile on a Dock (FWC photo by Carol Lynn Parrish)
Once teetering on the brink of extinction, the American crocodile has made a remarkable reco [...]
Red Tide Lingers Along Florida’s Gulf Coast, But Bloom Concentrations Remain Low
Red Tide (File)
While the red tide organism Karenia brevis remains present along Florida's Gulf Coast, bloom concentrations have not been observed [...]
Young Florida Panther Killed In Vehicle Collision
Finding a litter of Florida panthers isn't an easy task. But for the long-term sustainability of the native species, researchers diligently complete [...]
Florida’s Waterbirds Need Your Help This Nesting Season
Snowy plover on nest on beach (FWC)
Spring has sprung in Florida, and with it comes the nesting season for many of the state's shorebirds, seabird [...]
Red Tide Update: Low Concentrations Persist Along Florida’s Gulf Coast
Biologist lowers a Van Dorn sampler to collect water sample in the Gulf of America. (FWC)
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (F [...]
Florida Kayaker Rushed To Hospital After Alligator Bites Her Elbow
Florida Alligator
POLK COUNTY Fla. - A kayaker was rushed to the hospital Monday afternoon after being bitten by an alligator in Tiger Canal Creek [...]