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A Turkey hunter who went missing in the Green Swamp East Wildlife Management Area in Polk County was located and rescued by a Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission K-9 team. On Friday, March 29, a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Law Enforcement K-9…
Read More Florida Turkey Hunter Missing For Over 24 Hours Rescued By FWC K-9 Team
The Florida panther, also known as the cougar or mountain lion, holds a special place in the natural heritage of Florida. It is the only remaining population of pumas east of the Mississippi River. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) is asking drivers to…
Read More FWC: Please Pause For Florida Panthers
The spiny lobster recreational and commercial seasons are close to harvesting in state and federal waters starting April 1 and will reopen on August 6. The two-day recreational sport season is the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday of July, which is July 24 and 25…
Read More Spiny Lobster Season Closes April 1 In Florida
The recreational harvest of greater amberjack in Atlantic state waters will close on April 1 and remain closed through April 30. Last year, the FWC Commission approved a rule to establish an April recreational spawning season closure consistent with the current commercial closure. The new…
Read More Florida Recreational Harvest Of Atlantic Greater Amberjack Closes April 1
Watching for manatees when boating in Florida is always important, but spring is an especially crucial time for boaters to slow down and check below for the slow-moving mammals as they gradually disperse from their winter habitats. Manatees overwinter in Florida springs, power plant discharges,…
Read More When Boating In Florida, Go Slow And Look Out Below For Manatees
Alligators become more active and visible as the Sunshine State’s temperatures warm. The American alligator is a conservation triumph in Florida. Florida’s alligator population is healthy and stable, with an estimated 1.3 million alligators of all sizes. Alligators can be found in all 67 counties,…
Read More Florida Fish And Wildlife Offers Tips To Safely Co-Exist With Alligators
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that sea turtles are starting to nest on our beaches. Residents and visitors can play a big part in helping to protect vulnerable nesting sea turtles this spring and summer while visiting Florida’s…
Read More Sea Turtle Nesting Season Arrives Along Florida’s Coasts
With many wildlife species becoming more active this time of year, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing tips for residents and visitors to help conserve our native species while avoiding potential conflicts. Several species of wildlife become more active in the…
Read More Florida Wildlife Is More Active In The Spring
Florida is known for its diverse wildlife, and one creature that captures the imagination of both locals and tourists alike is the alligator. These magnificent reptiles can be found in various parts of the state, offering visitors a chance to witness their beauty and power…
Read More Where To Experience The Thrill Of Alligator Encounters In Florida
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Dowling Lake-North. This is in response to a water sample taken on March 4, 2024. The public should exercise…
Read More Pasco County Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert For Dowling Lake