Fish and Wildlife Research Institute

Freshwater

Freshwater

There are millions of acres of lakes, rivers and canals and over 1.2 million registered fresh water anglers in the state! FWC biologists work hard to study, protect, and conserve Florida's fresh water resources.

Freshwater Fish Projects

Freshwater Commercial Fisheries | Miscellaneous Freshwater Fishes

Freshwater Sport Fishes

Black Basses | Black Crappie | Management Resources | Freshwater Sunfishes | Other Fishes

Minimum Flows and Levels

Freshwater Fish Communities


FWC Facts:
The average Florida manatee is about 10 feet long and weighs close to 1,200 pounds. Manatees can reach up to 13 feet in length and weigh 3,500 pounds.

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