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FWC seeking public feedback on draft documents for the Key silverside and limpkin
  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking public input on two separate draft Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines (Guidelines) for the limpkin ( … more
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This photo is of tricolored bats. [Photo by Lisa Smith/ FWC]
Support bat conservation by learning about safe and proper bat exclusions
It’s the time of year when we celebrate bats! These unique flying mammals are not only interesting ... more
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From left to right: Chauncey Goss, Eve Waterman, and Paul Gray, Ph.D.
Audubon Florida recognizes conservation leaders for 2026
Audubon Florida recently honored conservation leaders during its annual Assembly, held October 15–17... more
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Florida Panther caught on camera at night.
FWC gives Florida Panther mortality update
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through Oct. 15, 2026, at 5 p.m.  more
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A closer look at South Florida’s native reptiles
We’re warm-hearted for South Florida’s cold-blooded natives! This Reptile Awareness Day, join us in celebrating ... more
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The hiking/bicycling trail at Fisheating Creek Wildlife Area ends at the creek. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
View wildlife at Fisheating Creek WMA
The Fort Center Trail in the Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA), managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Area, is popular with hikers and bicyclists. more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
Submit written comments for the Draft 2026–2036 DuPuis Management Area General Management Plan
The deadline to submit comments is Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. more
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The Aedes aegypti mosquito, commonly known as the yellow fever mosquito, is a small, dark mosquito with white markings known for spreading diseases like dengue, Zika, chikungunya and yellow fever. [Photo by Tyler Jones, UF/IFAS]
Mosquito research exposes unexpected discovery
Your backyard can be a place where people encounter mosquitoes capable of transmitting dengue … more
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Wildlife photography walk planned
MOORE HAVEN -- The Fisheating Creek Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will host an outing on Sunday, Oct. 11 at 7:30 a.m. more
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[Infograph coutesy SFWMD]
Did You Know: Where the water goes when it rains
When it rains in South Florida, the raindrops flow from your roof, your yard and your street into an interconnected system designed ... more
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A female Burmese python coils around her clutch of eggs and displays defensively at the UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center in Davie. [Photo by Alex Romer, UF/IFAS]
Study targets the Burmese pythons that matter most
A new study by researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) offers agencies a tool to identify pythons ... more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
SFWMD announces upcoming public meetings in September and Oct. 8
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. more
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A gopher tortoise hunkered inside its shell.
FWC to hold Oct. 14 meeting of the Gopher Tortoise Technical Assistance Group
A meeting of the Gopher Tortoise Technical Assistance Group will be held virtually on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 ... more
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A prescribed fire at the UF/IFAS West Florida Research and Education Center forest with a cogongrass patch embedded within a matrix of native habitat.
Cogongrass helping some wildfires burn hotter, spread faster
What is helping some Florida wildfires burn hotter and spread farther? more
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Explore the natural beauty of the district’s public lands
The fall season officially begins today, and National Public Lands Day arrives on Saturday, September 26. more
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If garbage is not stored in a secured building, to make it more bear-resistant or use a bear-resistant container. [Photo by Tim Donovan/FWC]
Live BearWise® and reduce conflicts with bears this fall
As fall approaches, Florida black bears are packing on the calories to prepare for the upcoming winter. more
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SFWMD to hold Recreational Public Forum on Sept. 28
Join the South Florida Water Management District (District) for the upcoming Recreational Public... more
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Pollinators keep a later calendar in human-modified landscapes
Human development may be changing more than where pollinators live — it may also be changing when they are active. more
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Give nesting sea turtles and emerging hatchlings space.
Holiday help for hatchlings, sea turtles and shorebirds
Beach-bound this long holiday weekend? The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission... more
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Grand Prize-winning photograph of a Roseate Spoonbill.
Audubon Florida celebrates Sunshine State winners in 2026 Audubon Photography Awards
On Wednesday, Sept. 2, the National Audubon Society announced the winners of the 2026 Audubon Photography Awards... more
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