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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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EPA announces $4.8 million to protect waterways from sewage overflows in Florida
This week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced, on April 30, the availability of approximately $80 million ... more
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Top left: American alligator adult, top right: American crocodile adult, bottom left: American alligator hatchling, bottom right: American crocodile hatchling. [Photo courtesy FWC]
Be CrocWise and GatorWise this summer
Florida is well known for its American alligators, which belong to an order of reptiles called Crocodilia; however, they are not the only native ... 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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District employees manage and protect our water resources
Public Service Recognition Week kicks off on Sunday, May 3, serving as an important reminder of the essential role the South Florida Water Management District’s staff plays in managing and … 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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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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SOUTH BAY –– Aerial photo of the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Contract 10. It is the 7-mile inflow/outflow canal (3,000 CFS) and 7-mile seepage canal / maintenance road (Northern Boundary of Reservoir). The EAA is part of the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) and the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP). The project will set the foundation for restoring the central portion of the Everglades ecosystem and sending additional water south. CEPP EAA will capture water lost to tide and re-direct water flow south to the central Everglades, Everglades National Park, and Florida Bay. [Photo by Mark Rankin/U.S. Army]
Expediting EAA Reservoir means no funding for other projects
“When it comes to the big projects or even the small ones, unless your project begins with ‘EAA reservoir,' count on that being delayed for some time. more
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SOUTH BAY –– Aerial photo of the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Contract 10. It is the 7-mile inflow/outflow canal (3,000 CFS) and 7-mile seepage canal / maintenance road (Northern Boundary of Reservoir). The EAA is part of the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) and the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP). The project will set the foundation for restoring the central portion of the Everglades ecosystem and sending additional water south. CEPP EAA will capture water lost to tide and re-direct water flow south to the central Everglades, Everglades National Park, and Florida Bay. [Photo by Mark Rankin/U.S. Army]
Expediting EAA Reservoir means no funding for other projects
“When it comes to the big projects or even the small ones, unless your project begins with ‘EAA reservoir,' count on that being delayed for some time. more
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Kim Titterington
Highlands Hammock announces Earth Day Festival
Highlands Hammock State Park (HHSP) is celebrating Earth Day! more
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FORT DENAUD -- The pumps were turned on at the new C-43 reservoir following the ribbon cutting ceremony on July 15, 2025. The timing for test fills of the reservoir will depend on when and where rain falls. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
SFWMD begins testing C-43 reservoir
April showers have allowed the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) to start pumping water in the C-43 reservoir in Hendry County, more
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Corey Callaghan during a bioblitz showing a toothpick grasshopper as other participants capture it for recording.
How citizen science is teaching children and adults to see, experience nature
It often starts with something small, such as a new bird in a branch, a vibrant butterfly in a yard... more
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The Florida bonneted bat is the largest bat in the state and can reach a length of 6.5 inches with a wingspan of 20 inches. Its diet primarily consists of insects, which makes them a great natural pest control.
Bat roosts in Florida are protected as of April 16
Bats are an important part of our ecosystem in Florida, as the only major predator of night-flying insects. more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
SFWMD announces upcoming public meetings
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. more
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Burrow into the 10th annual #GopherTortoiseDay on April 10
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites you to celebrate gopher tortoise conservation ... more
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USACE issues an EA to support the interim operations plan for the L-28 South gated culverts
Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the USACE, Jacksonville District is issuing ... more
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USACE issues an EA to support the interim operations plan for the L-28 South gated culverts
Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the USACE, Jacksonville District is issuing ... more
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Asian Swamp eels recovered from various waterways. [Photo courtesy USGS]
UF scientists call on public to help track elusive Asian Swamp Eels
University of Florida researchers are urging South Floridians to help stop the spread of an invasive fish now secretly moving through canals ... more
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Maternity season starts April 16 for Florida’s bats
Florida’s native and beneficial bat species typically roost in trees, caves or other natural spaces, but are sometimes attracted to buildings and other ... more
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Four Fish Art Contest Winning Images of Fish Under Water with the Fish Art Contest The Art of Conservation Logo in the Center.Top Left: 10-12 grade saltwater runner-up Beckett Smith, Top Right: 10-12 grade freshwater winner Emily Jin, Bottom Left: 10-12 grade freshwater runner-up Jordyn Collins, Bottom Right: 10-12 grade saltwater winner Savannah LaViolette. [Photo courtesy FWC]
FWC announces winners of 2026 Florida Fish Art Contest
The FWC, in collaboration with Wildlife Forever, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Fish Art Contest. more
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