The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in collaboration with Wildlife Forever, is eager to announce the winners of the Florida State Fish Art Contest this year. Students in kindergarten through 12th grade submitted their artwork in …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will begin accepting applications for the fourth quarter of the Atlantic Red Snapper Exempted Fishing Permits (EFP) Project on April 4. The application period will remain open for 10 days and will …
The spawning season closure for permit inside the Special Permit Zone in south Florida starts April 1. This closure includes all state and federal waters south of Cape Sable on the Gulf coast, and south of Cape Florida on the Atlantic coast including all …
Photos available It’s springtime, and Florida’s wildlife is becoming more active. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds the public to be BearWise® and watch for bears as they stop hitting the winter snooze button. March means …
The spiny lobster recreational and commercial seasons close to harvest in state and federal waters starting April 1, and will reopen Aug. 6. The two-day recreational sport season is the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday of July, which is July 30 and …
Photos and video available Have plans to get out on the water this spring? The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds boaters to go slow and keep an eye out for manatees as the slow-moving mammals naturally disperse from their …
The recreational harvest of greater amberjack in Atlantic state waters will close on April 1 and remain closed through April 30. This is an annual spawning season closure to protect greater amberjack during spawning activities. Harvest for greater …
IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH Photos available As the weather gets warmer across the state and alligator mating season approaches, Florida’s state reptile, the American alligator, can become more active and visible. The American alligator is a conservation …
Photos available Help sea turtles have nesting success this year Nesting season has begun for sea turtles along Florida’s beaches, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that both residents and visitors …
FWC seeking public feedback on proposed rule changes for nonnative species The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking public feedback from interested parties on proposed rule changes for nonnative species, including Prohibited …
Summer Camp Scholarships offer Florida youth outdoor adventure opportunities The Florida Airboat Association and the Kissimmee River Valley Sportsman Association are giving Florida youth the chance to experience an unforgettable outdoor adventure through …
FWC to host series of virtual public meetings on highly regulated bear hunting proposals The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is holding a series of virtual public meetings to collect feedback directly from Florida residents on …
On March 3, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Division of Law Enforcement became the first agency in the U.S. to receive accreditation from the North American Wildlife Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. Assessors conducted …
Photos and video available Help conserve Florida’s wildlife this spring Much of Florida’s diverse wildlife becomes more active in springtime. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) offers annual reminders on how to reduce conflicts and …
Photos available While Florida’s 13 native bat species are beneficial and typically roost in trees, caves or other natural spaces, they are sometimes attracted to human-made structures. Florida’s bat maternity season, when most of our state’s native bats …
Mark your calendars for an opportunity to go freshwater fishing during the upcoming Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) license-free freshwater fishing weekend! This spring's license-free fishing weekend is on April 5 and 6 and …
IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH Photos available Resources: The American crocodile can be found in coastal regions of southern Florida and is a conservation success story. Hunting and habitat loss resulted in severe declines in Florida's crocodile population …
The partners released in-phase redfish along Florida’s East Coast and continue its “Release the East” initiative Miami, Fla. – March 5, 2025 – Coastal Conservation Association Florida (CCA Florida), the state’s leading organization dedicated to marine …
Photos available The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing an annual reminder that breeding season has started for shorebirds, seabirds and wading birds in several parts of the state. If you plan on spending time along Florida’ …
Photos available The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites you to a free youth freshwater fishing derby at the Tenoroc Fish Management Area in Lakeland on Saturday, April 5, from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required …
