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• New FWC video provides advice about co-existing with crocodiles

  Wednesday, April 14, 2021 -  As the population of this recovering species increases, so do the number of calls received by the FWC from people who are concerned by their presence.

• Remove food attractants to reduce conflicts with bears 

  Tuesday, April 13, 2021 -  As spring temperatures warm, bears are becoming more active, increasing opportunities for conflicts with people.

• Celebrate Gopher Tortoise Day year-round with a tortoise friendly yard

  Wednesday, April 7, 2021 -  This year, you can celebrate gopher tortoises by making your yard tortoise friendly and participating in our new recognition program.

• FWC: Manatees are on the move! Go slow, look out below

  Wednesday, March 31, 2021 -  The FWC is reminding anyone on the water to slow down and look out for manatees while boating in Florida this spring.

• Lights out, stash the trash. It’s sea turtle nesting season!

  Monday, March 29, 2021 -  Beachgoers can help protect nesting sea turtles by practicing some simple tips.

• Alexander Springs Run project at CR 445 bridge will benefit visitors and the environment

  Wednesday, March 17, 2021 -  Public access at the County Road 445 bridge is temporarily closed now during construction and is to be completed by June 2021.

• Tips to help people and pets safely co-exist with alligators

  Monday, March 15, 2021 -  To help keep people and pets safer when spending time near the water, the Florida FWC is introducing a new graphic outlining important safety tips.

• FWC hosts first Florida WildQuest event May 1-9

  Friday, March 12, 2021 -  Florida residents and visitors are encouraged to grab their mobile device and join a wild adventure with missions designed to help people discover some of Florida’s best spots to see wildlife and enjoy the outdoors.

• FWC asks public to help stop the spread of invasive zebra mussels

  Friday, March 5, 2021 -  This species might cause devastating impacts to Florida’s ecology and economy, and has recently been discovered in a Florida pet store and stores in other parts of the country.

• FWC: You can help Florida’s nesting waterbirds.

  Tuesday, March 2, 2021 -  By taking a few steps to limit disturbance to nesting waterbirds, we can help ensure they have a successful nesting season and that they will be around for our children and grandchildren to enjoy.