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Red Tide Current Status

This summary report of current red tide conditions around Florida includes a map of sampling results and regional status reports.


Stress Effects of Catch-and-Release Fishing on Tarpon
Understanding how tarpon targeted in Florida's recreational fishery react to catch-and-release angling can provide useful information for anglers, scientists, and managers to develop better handling practices.


Researcher Spotlight: Jim Rodgers

After more than three decades with the agency, Jim still enjoys studying birds in their natural habitats as much as ever.


Tag a Permit for Research Gains
By tagging and genetically sampling permit, catch-and-release anglers can participate in an unprecedented statewide study of the species.


Anglers’ Discards Reveal Facts about Fishery
While collecting black crappie carcasses for research, biologists notice fishing trends at three camps on central Florida's Harris Chain of Lakes.



FWC Facts:
Sawfish swim like sharks but are more closely related to rays. Their gill slits are on the bottom of their bodies, like stingrays.

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