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Turn simple Summer moments into learning with UF/IFAS resources for Kids
Summer has a way of slowing things down, and longer days create more space for backyard adventures... more
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FWC is asking Florida residents and visitors to report all sightings of wild turkeys between now and Aug. 31. [Photo by Ashley Williams/FWC]
Your watch starts now! FWC unveils Florida Wildlife Watch photo project
Take a break from scrolling and spend a few minutes each day contributing to wildlife research instead! more
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EPA provides $478,000 to Florida to monitor water quality at beaches
On May 21, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing $478,000 in grant funding that Florida will use to monitor ... more
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Lights on or near the beach can misdirect and disturb nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings, leading them away from the ocean and toward potential danger. [Photo courtesy FWC]
Share the shore with sea turtles and shorebirds
The FWC reminds beachgoers that nesting season is underway for Florida’s imperiled sea turtles, shorebirds and seabirds on beaches... more
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Mary Ann Hooks
UF/IFAS announces new Director of Fundraising Initiatives role to support Animal Sciences
On May 21, the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) announced the appointment of Mary Ann Hooks... more
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Florida Panther caught on camera at night.
FWC panther mortality update
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through May 18, 2026. more
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Experts say the familiar Lovebugs is a harmless nuisance 
They may be one of Florida’s most complained-about insects, but lovebug swarms are short-lived, harmless ... more
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This Eastern Indigo snake in typical sandy pine flatwood habitat. [Photo by Kevin Enge, FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute]
Why is North American’s longest snake a friend, not a foe?
As the spring brings warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, wildlife across Florida becomes more active. more
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FWC approves final changes to Marine Special Activity License program
At its May meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved final changes to improve the... more
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06/18/08 STA-5 Stormwater Treatment Area five birds wildlife wetlands wood storks
Development threatens Florida wetlands
The State of Florida has already lost 44% of its natural wetlands, and more are endangered ... more
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Firefighter conducting a prescribed burn at Ordway Swisher Biological Station. Photo by Tyler Jones, UF/IFAS]
Not all smoke signals danger
 As drought continues to dry out Florida’s landscapes and wildfires spread, smoke in the air can be hard to ignore. more
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District lands provide important habitat for migratory birds
In recognition of World Migratory Bird Day, the South Florida Water Management District is highlighting our year-round work ... more
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Statewide Alligator Harvest Program and Alligator Super Hunt
Applications for the Statewide Alligator Harvest Program and the Alligator Super Hunt open this Friday, May 8... more
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FWC to meet May 13 in Ft. Myers
The FWC will meet in person on May 13 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center, 1375 Monroe St., Ft. Myers. more
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FWC Florida Panther mortality update
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through May 5, 2026... more
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Florida leads the nation in clean air
As Clean Air Month begins, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is highlighting the 2026 State of the Air Report ... more
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Did You Know: A closer look at the SFWMD’s online weather tools
The public can access many of the tools and real-time data used by our meteorologists and staff to guide important water management decisions. more
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From Swamp to Suburbia: A free webinar on Florida's wetland future (May 13)
Florida has lost tens of thousands of acres of wetlands in recent decades — transforming landscapes, altering water systems ... more
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...Many homeowners, even most who are members of homeowners association boards of directors, do not know that residential stormwater ponds perform two main functions – flood control and filtering nutrients, a new University of Florida survey says. But this an opportunity to educate residents about Florida’s 76,000 stormwater ponds. [Photo courtesy UF/IFAS]
Survey shows most homeowners don’t understand the two key jobs of stormwater ponds
More than 76,000 stormwater ponds are woven into Florida neighborhoods. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Florida Sandhill Cranes are often found in pastures. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Pastures provide habitat for Florida Sandhill Cranes
Sandhill crane chicks grow fast. more
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