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Gulf Striped Bass Research

In recent years, larger Gulf Striped Bass caught by anglers and sampled by biologists have become increasingly rare. FWC researchers aimed to understand the underlying causes behind the reduction of fish numbers, particularly larger size classes.

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New Keys Event Response Website
Screenshot of a webpage for the Florida Keys abnormal fish behavior event.
Invert and Fish Diversity Publication
Underwater image of juvenile beaugregory damselfish, highhats, and grunts using some star coral colonies for shelter, joined by a long-spined sea urchin and an arrow crab.
Atlantic Sturgeon Close-Up
Close up view of an Atlantic sturgeon showing several light brown plates on a dark brown body.
Urchin Teeth
Five small white teeth form a pentagon shape in the middle of urchin spines.


 

Video Spotlight

Native Pollinator Research

Pollinating insects are essential for maintaining biodiversity in terrestrial ecosystems. In this video, FWRI researchers describe their ongoing efforts to document and understand native pollinator diversity in fire-maintained longleaf pine savannas.


 

Inside FWRI

As the research division within FWC, FWRI operates programs statewide that focus on obtaining
the wide-ranging data and information needed by fish, wildlife, and ecosystem resource managers.

The Fish and Wildlife Research Institute recruits primarily scientists and science technicians. Business services and facility maintenance also require the expertise of qualified management, administrative, public information, clerical and maintenance staff. FWRI also offers both internships and limited volunteer opportunities.

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man and young child with mother at touch tank

We invite you to MarineQuest, FWRI's annual open house. This award-winning event is an opportunity for you and your family to learn about Florida's fish and wildlife and FWRI's exciting research.

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