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• Coral reef restoration seawater system to aid coral rescue efforts in south Florida

  Friday, March 4, 2022 -  This state-of-the-art seawater system will provide the means to preserve and restore coral colonies to Florida’s coral reef that have been impacted by stony coral tissue loss disease.

• Media Statement: FWC moving forward with proposed rules for nonnative fish and wildlife

  Wednesday, March 2, 2022 -  Staff will collect additional public feedback before bringing final rule language for consideration at a future Commission meeting.

• Report horseshoe crab sightings to FWC for science

  Monday, February 28, 2022 -  Reporting horseshoe crab sightings provides valuable information about habitat use, population distribution and environmental conditions for nesting to the FWC.

• FWC seeks contracted nuisance alligator trapper for Lake County

  Wednesday, February 23, 2022 -  Applicants must pass a criminal history check, have no fish or wildlife law violations and possess a valid, working email address.

• Avian influenza confirmed in wild birds in Florida

  Tuesday, February 22, 2022 -  The FWC has been notified by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory of confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) strain: H5 2.3.4.4 in a lesser scaup, black vultures and other avian species.

• FWC responds to bear incident in Daytona Beach

  Thursday, January 20, 2022 -  The man received non-life-threatening injuries from a bear while attempting to protect his dogs. The man’s dogs were not injured.

• FWC responds to bear incident in Volusia County

  Friday, January 14, 2022 -  The FWC and the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call from a woman who was injured by a black bear while walking her dog in DeBary at approximately 9 p.m. on Jan. 13.

• FWC: Governor DeSantis Continues To Make Conservation A Priority Through Protection Of Our Natural Resources

  Wednesday, December 29, 2021 -  Florida remains one of the country’s top destinations for world-class fishing, hunting and recreation thanks to Governor Ron DeSantis’ focus on preserving and protecting our natural resources.

• FWC approves diamondback terrapin conservation measures

  Thursday, December 16, 2021 -  Beginning March 1, 2022, the collection of diamondback terrapins from the wild will be prohibited with exception of collection for scientific research with a permit.

• FWC approves captive wildlife rule language for post revocation/non-renewal actions

  Wednesday, December 15, 2021 -  The new rule improves public safety and increases accountability.