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• FWC Commissioners approve final rule establishing new boating restricted area in Broward County           

  Thursday, November 6, 2025 -  This decision aims to mitigate a public safety risk created by vessel traffic congestion.

• FWC approves rule changes for Gulf lane snapper 

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  These changes are intended to reduce the risk of overfishing, mitigate the likelihood of early closures, and increase consistency between Gulf state and federal waters.

• FWC classifies Carolina hammerhead as a prohibited species 

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  This rule will help mitigate identification challenges associated with other prohibited shark species and promote conservation for large coastal hammerheads. 

• Governor Ron DeSantis Applauds FWC’s Approval to Reopen Apalachicola Bay’s Oyster Industry 

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  FWC adopts a revised oyster management plan for Apalachicola Bay, which will establish annual seasons based on oyster abundance — balancing the continued long-term recovery of the species and local economy.

• FWC Commissioners approve proposed rule changes for green iguanas

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  These rule changes will further enable more Floridians to collect live green iguanas from their established range within the state and facilitate sale of those iguanas out of Florida

• FWC names Alberto Maza of Miami the new director for the Division of Law Enforcement

  Wednesday, November 5, 2025 -  Col. Maza's career began with the FWC on Aug. 17, 1998, when he attended the joint DEP/FHP Academy Class #23.

• Recreational harvest of hogfish closes in waters of the Atlantic/Florida Keys starting Nov. 1 

  Wednesday, October 29, 2025 -  The recreational harvest season of Florida hogfish in state and federal waters of the Atlantic and the Florida Keys is open from May 1 through Oct. 31.

• FWC invites public to help monitor bird health with reporting app

  Wednesday, October 29, 2025 -  found. Public reports help FWC scientists track bird health trends across Florida.

• FWC seeks contracted nuisance alligator trapper for west Osceola County

  Tuesday, October 28, 2025 -  Applicants must have experience handling alligators, pass a criminal history check, have no fish or wildlife law violations and possess a valid working email address.

• Celebrate FWC’s TrophyCatch Season 13 Hall of Fame Ceremony

  Tuesday, October 28, 2025 -  Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the achievements of fellow anglers and learn more about the future of bass fishing in Florida.