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FWC to meet May 21-22 in Ocala
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - For the full May 21-22 agenda and links to background reports, go to MyFWC.com/Commission and select “Commission Meetings.” -
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FWC conducting habitat treatment at Lake Tohopekaliga
Friday, May 2, 2025 - The FWC will treat invasive hydrilla in the Osceola County lake in areas where it is encroaching on beneficial native submersed aquatic plants and could impact access to navigation and flood protection. -
Agenda item regarding Silver Glen Springs removed from upcoming FWC Commission meeting agenda
Friday, May 2, 2025 - This decision comes in light of recent legislation passed by the Florida Legislature that proposes changes to the statutory requirements for establishing SPZs. -
Recreational harvest of Atlantic greater amberjack, red porgy, hogfish, blueline tilefish and several groupers will open May 1
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - More information about specific fishing seasons, bag and size limits, and gear restrictions for these species is available online at MyFWC.com/Marine. -
Florida Senate Confirms Chairman Rodney Barreto for Reappointment to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - The Florida Senate has confirmed Chairman Rodney Barreto for another term with the FWC. -
FWC and partners reintroduce frosted elfin caterpillars in north Florida
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - The frosted elfin is currently under consideration for federal listing under the Endangered Species Act and is one of Florida's wildlife Species of Greatest Conservation Need. -
Recreational harvest of Gulf greater amberjack remains closed during May
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - This harvest closure is consistent with the closures in Gulf federal waters and is meant to reduce harvest and improve the stock. -
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Recreational harvest of snook for Florida’s west coast will close May 1
Monday, April 28, 2025 - These regions and regulations are part of the FWC's holistic management approach for Florida's most popular inshore fisheries. -
ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Record 126-Day Gulf Red Snapper Recreational Season for 2025
Monday, April 28, 2025 - The expanded season includes additional summer and fall fishing days from 2024, offering anglers more opportunities to fish over major holidays such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day, and Thanksgiving. -
FWC to host series of virtual public meetings on proposed changes to modernize Florida’s wildlife trapping regulations
Thursday, April 24, 2025 - Members of the public can learn more about the proposed changes by going to MyFWC.com/TrappingRules and clicking on the banner that says, “Learn More.”

