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Florida Health Department In Polk County Issues Algae Bloom Alert
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - The Florida Department of Health in Polk County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins [...]
Florida Gator Hunt Lottery Draws Record Applicants
A record number of applicants sought permits for alligator hunting this year, though they had to wait an extra day to find out if they won a lott [...]
Florida FWC Announces Winner Of High School Fishing Conservation Project Competition
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) High School Fishing Program congratulates Punta Gorda Middle School fishing team as the [...]
Florida FWC Announces 2022 Lionfish Challenge
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is excited to announce the 2022 Lionfish Challenge tournament, which kicks off May 20 [...]
Love Cuddly Bears? Florida FWC Seeking Bear Response Contractors
Are you interested in black bears and helping people avoid conflicts with them? Do you have a flexible work schedule and have a vehicle that can [...]
Florida FWC Reaches Major Milestone With Release Of Genetically Pure Hatchery-Raised Shoal Bass
Shoal Bass Courtesy: FWC
Freshwater fisheries researchers and managers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) successful [...]
Know Your Slithery Florida Friends
Eastern coachwhips are one of the longest and fastest snakes in Florida
Snakes have a special place in Florida's ecosystem, especially for control [...]
Extension Of Snook, Redfish, And Spotted Seatrout Regulations In SW Florida Through August 31
The following regulatory measures in southwest Florida for Sarasota Bay through Gordon Pass in Collier County will be extended through August 31, [...]
Free Release Tools Offered For Florida Gulf of Mexico Fishermen By Return ‘Em Right
Return ‘Em Right is launching its program to offshore anglers throughout the Gulf of Mexico today. By participating in a short online review of b [...]
Sharks, And Lots Of Them Captured On Video By Florida Sheriff Near Gulf Beach
Every year, millions of tourists and residents visit Florida's beaches and waterways, and these beaches and waterways will more than likely conta [...]