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  • The FWC enhances Lake Poinsett with native eelgrass

    Monday, February 23, 2026 -  The FWC is beginning a native eelgrass revegetation project in Lake Poinsett, a 4,334-acre natural lake in Brevard County, to enhance fish and wildlife habitat. These planted areas will provide several ecological benefits and aid in the continued restoration of Lake Poinsett and other waterbodies of the St. Johns River. In addition to providing food and habitat for native fish and wildlife, native eelgrass beds enhance water quality and provide improved fishing and hunting opportunities.

  • FWC conducts aquatic plant control on Lake Rousseau

    Friday, February 20, 2026 -  The FWC will treat invasive hydrilla in areas where it is encroaching on beneficial native submersed aquatic plants and where it may negatively impact navigation and flood protection. There are no restrictions for swimming, fishing, or turf irrigation after treatment.
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