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A close-up of an alligator at Everglades National Park near Homestead, Florida.
Online meeting to discuss Everglades Restoration Progress
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District (USACE), will host a virtual informational meeting Wednesday, July 31 ... more
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Tilapia can be spotted gathering in stormwater ponds
Tilapia are a member of the cichlid family, native to Africa and the Middle East. more
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Grasshopper sparrow [Photo courtesy FWC]
Major milestone reached in the recovery of one of North America’s rarest birds
As the sun rose over the central Florida prairie on July 16, a tiny bird took a tentative hop into... more
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The American Fisheries Society established the Florida bass as a separate species from the largemouth bass.
New name, same fish: Largemouth bass are now Florida bass
Genetics studies confirmed what many anglers and biologists have believed for a long time... more
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SFWMD and USACE break ground on First Major Feature of WERP
OCHOPEE, Fla. - On July 10, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD... more
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[Art courtesy FWC]
FWC celebrates 25 years serving the people and wildlife of Florida
The FWC became operational July 1, 1999, after Florida voters elected to replace the Florida Game... more
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FWC has new fishing license card designs featuring youth artwork
The FWC is proud to showcase the wonderful artwork submitted by young artists... more
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Florida panther mortality update
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through July 9... more
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Help plan the future of the J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area
One of Florida’s oldest wildlife management areas, the 60,478-acre J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area... more
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Study reveals growing interest in natural shorelines
Promoting the idea of installing a living shoreline was once a losing battle. more
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Protect beach-nesting birds from fireworks this July Fourth Holiday
Celebratory fireworks can literally frighten birds to death. more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
SFWMD seeks input on Draft 2024 Sea Level Rise and Flood Resiliency Plan
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is actively addressing the impacts of rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and changing rainfall and flood patterns. As part of our ongoing … more
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Help plan the future of the Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area
FWC invites you to attend the Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area 10-year Land Management Plan public hearing on Tuesday, July 23. more
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AguaCulture project 'sucking up the muck' off lake bottom
LAKE KISSIMMEE -- An innovative water treatment company is taking on the challenge of getting the muck out of a Florida lake. more
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[Photo courtesy FWC]
FWC removes 100th vessel through Vessel Turn-In Program
VTIP is a key component of Florida’s derelict vessel prevention program more
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There are plenty of ways to engage kids at any age during these lazy summer days.
Worried about the summer slide? UF/IFAS experts share options to fuel young minds
A well-deserved vacation from instruction and exams doesn’t have to come with the summer slide... more
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Woodstork family [Photo by R.J. Wiley, Audubon Florida]
Audubon Florida releases State of the Everglades report
Twice each year, the Audubon Florida Everglades team brings together updates on restoration ... more
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Wright's nutrush is an invasive species. Seeds are often spread by airboats.
FWC spraying on Lake O this week
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will conduct an aerial treatment for aquatic plant control in portions of Lake Okeechobee ... more
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FWC seeks meat processors and taxidermists to join fight against CWD
Partners in this program play a critical role in helping the FWC determine how many CWD-positive deer... more
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GLADES COUNTY -- A tractor connected to a hose from a continuous manure applicator (CMA) sprays the liquified hydrilla on a Lazy JP Ranch pasture. The hose from the Green Mach 1 carries the liquified plant material over the dike about five miles e to the CMA. The process can pump the liquified plant material as far as 20 miles. Thousands of acres of pasture within 20 miles of Lake Okeechobee are available to spread the liquified plant material. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Project to help clean up Lake Istokpoga
An AguaCulture project will remove thousands of pounds of phosphorus and nitrogen from Lake Istokpoga. more
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