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Climate Change: Wildlife on the front line |
Florida's geography and diverse ecosystems place the state in a frontline position for experiencing the effects of climate change. That position makes Florida a key state to learn about the impacts of climate change on fish and wildlife. The FWC began its work on climate change when it hosted the summit “Florida’s Wildlife: On the front line of climate change” in October 2008. The FWC invited experts and professionals on wildlife and climate change to come and share their knowledge. The Summit covered global, national and statewide perspectives, species biodiversity and policies for habitat management. Many of the presentations are available in PDF form at the following Web site, along with the information generated during the breakout sessions: http://www.ces.fau.edu/floc/. The Climate Change Summit Report After the summit, the FWC committed to develop a comprehensive plan of action for Florida to address climate change issues as it relates to the state's fish and wildlife. The agency now has a Climate Change steering committee charged with integrating climate change issues into all aspects of the FWC's work, and this team is in the process of developing goals, objectives and actions plans. As information becomes available, it will be posted to this site. The Wildlife Forecast The Wildlife Forecast by FWC senior editor Patricia Behnke explores the challenges facing wildlife and their managers in a changing climate. Ms. Behnke interviews the experts and presents the information in easy-to-understand terms. The Climate Change Wildlife and Wildlands Toolkit
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(1.6MB)Our mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
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