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• FWC invites public to Lake Apopka hydrilla management meeting

  Wednesday, March 1, 2023 -  The goal of this meeting is to solicit public input on the management of hydrilla in the lake.

• FWC investigation leads to arrest of poacher for wild turkey, deer, other violations

  Wednesday, March 1, 2023 -  The charges resulted from a two-year investigation conducted by the FWC Statewide Investigations Section and regional law enforcement officers.

• Prescribed burn planned on Lake Okeechobee

  Tuesday, February 28, 2023 -  The burn area is approximately 200 acres, which includes cattail that was managed with herbicide in October 2022, along with adjacent green cattail and other associated vegetation.

• Gray triggerfish and spotted seatrout open for recreational harvest on March 1

  Tuesday, February 28, 2023 -  Learn more about recreational fishing regulations at MyFWC.com/Marine by clicking on “Recreational Regulations.”

• FWC continues to monitor avian influenza across Florida

  Tuesday, February 28, 2023 -  The FWC has documented the virus in 37 counties and a variety of bird species.

• FWC seeks public input at virtual workshops on protections for goliath grouper spawning aggregations

  Monday, February 27, 2023 -  If you are unable to join the workshops, feedback can still be provided by visiting MyFWC.com/SaltwaterComments or emailing Marine@MyFWC.com.

• FWC enhancing habitat at Crescent Lake

  Monday, February 27, 2023 -  The 15,960-acre lake is in Putnam and Flagler counties and is popular for anglers targeting largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and black crappie.

• Keep crabs in and terrapins out, FWC rule for recreational crab traps goes into effect March 1

  Monday, February 27, 2023 -  Starting in March, recreational crab traps in Florida will be required to have rigid funnel openings no larger than 2 x 6 inches at the narrowest point or 2 x 6-inch bycatch reduction devices installed to reduce accidental trapping of diamondback terrapins, which has been a significant threat to the species.

• FWC and partners complete largest mangrove restoration project in Florida history

  Monday, February 27, 2023 -  The FWC, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the City of Marco Island completed a project to restore over 200 acres of mangrove forest in Collier County.

• FWC approves rule to help improve survival of released reef fish

  Wednesday, February 22, 2023 -  The FWC approved a rule to require the possession of a descending device or venting tool that is rigged and ready for use on board a vessel when harvesting or attempting to harvest, including catch and release, of reef fish in state waters.