Wildlife
Worm Eel Found in Freshwater is a Unique Find
FWC freshwater fisheries biologists recently discovered a speckled worm eel (Myrophis punctatus) in the Fenholloway River in Taylor County. The speckled worm eel is typically a coastal marine species –…
Read MoreTips to safely co-exist with alligators
While serious injuries caused by alligators are rare in Florida, the FWC offers the following tips about how to safely co-exist with them: The American alligator, Florida’s state reptile, is…
Read MoreSRWMD, UF to partner for research study on snook migration on the Suwannee River
LIVE OAK, FLA, SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 – The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) and the University of Florida have extended a partnership that will assist in providing new data that will…
Read MoreWarm Mineral Springs habitat restoration will improve manatee habitat
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), with the support of several partner organizations, has begun a habitat restoration project focused on improving habitat for manatees in the downstream outflow…
Read MoreLearn how to be alligator aware
With summer in full swing, many people are working and recreating near Florida’s lakes, rivers and wetland areas. Warm temperatures also mean alligators are more active and visible. While serious…
Read MoreSJRWMD & Orange Audubon celebrate two years of Lake Apopka Ambassador program
The St. Johns River Water Management District is celebrating a two-year partnership with the Orange Audubon Society for the group’s volunteer work at the Lake Apopka North Shore and Wildlife…
Read MoreSlow Down! Manatees on the Move!
As water temperatures warm, manatees naturally disperse from their winter habitats, traveling to other areas of the state and beyond. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is asking…
Read MoreHelp FWC monitor freshwater turtle die-offs due to virus
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) continues to study a fatal virus infecting freshwater turtles statewide and is asking the public’s assistance in reporting sightings of sick, strangely…
Read MoreNew FWC diamondback terrapin conservation measures in effect
At its December 2021 meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved regulation changes that will help further diamondback terrapin conservation by preventing them from being collected from…
Read MoreEast Coast Manatee Mortality Event Update
Last week, a large-scale rescue operation was organized by FWC’s marine mammal response team in Port St. John with the goal of rescuing numerous distressed manatees reported and monitored earlier…
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