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Sea turtle nesting season arrives along Florida’s coasts
Monday, March 18, 2024 - Because our state’s shorelines provide important nesting habitat for several species of threatened and endangered sea turtles, beachgoers can have a significant impact on their nesting success. -
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Bat maternity season coming up in April
Friday, March 15, 2024 - During bat maternity season, it is illegal to block bats from their roosts to prevent flightless young from being trapped inside structures, which isn’t good for people or bats. -
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Nesting season is underway for Florida’s waterbirds
Thursday, March 14, 2024 - Because our state’s beaches and shorelines are critical for waterbird nesting, people enjoying time near the shore can play a big part in their nesting success. -
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Wildlife is more active in spring
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 - This increased natural activity often results in people being more likely to encounter our wildlife while enjoying the outdoors. -
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Visit Jonathan Dickinson State Park on March 16 to celebrate the Florida scrub-jay!
Monday, March 11, 2024 - Come celebrate this songbird at the fourth annual SpringFest and 15th annual Florida Scrub-Jay Festival on Saturday, March 16, at Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Hobe Sound, Florida. -
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FWC Unveils Interactive Wildlife Management Area Recreation Finder
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 - The FWC is proud to announce the WMA Recreation Finder, an interactive virtual map for Florida residents and visitors looking to find their perfect outdoor experience on public lands. -
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FWC hosts annual Florida WildQuest event, April 27-May 5
Tuesday, February 27, 2024 - Florida residents and visitors will use the free and easy-to-use GooseChase app to join a wild adventure to complete scavenger hunt missions and discover some of Florida’s best spots to see wildlife and enjoy the outdoors. -
FWC Commissioners approve final rule revisions for wildlife rehabilitation permits
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 - The amendments will increase public safety, improve animal welfare, clarify current rule language, increase professionalism and update requirements for wildlife rehabilitation permittees. -
FWC approves rule changes for new alligator harvest opportunity
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 - The new opportunity will complement the existing statewide alligator hunt and create a flexible alternative that allows permittees to hunt at multiple alligator management units during a longer season than the statewide hunt. -
FWC to meet Feb. 21-22 in Tallahassee
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 - For the full Feb. 21-22 agenda and links to background reports, go to MyFWC.com/Commission and select “Commission Meetings.”






