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• Tips to safely co-exist with alligators

  Wednesday, March 20, 2024 -  As the weather gets warmer across the Sunshine State, alligators are becoming more active and visible.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.