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Be a holiday helper for sea turtles and shorebirds
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 - Beachgoers can help sea turtles and shorebirds and their young by giving them space, removing beach gear at night, keeping beaches clean and dark, and filling in holes dug in the sand before you leave. -
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FWC seeks sightings of rare rainbow snakes
Monday, August 18, 2025 - Rainbow snakes are semi-aquatic reptiles that primarily feed on American eels, a prey species that has also declined in Florida waters. -
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FWC investigation leads to felony conviction in major reptile neglect case
Friday, August 15, 2025 - A storage unit contained 111 African fat-tailed geckos housed in individual containers. Of those, 41 were dead from neglect. -
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FWC approves guidelines revisions to support burrowing owl conservation
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 - The goal of the update is to maximize conservation value of permitting actions, improve regulatory certainty, and streamline the permit review process for stakeholders and FWC staff. -
FWC to meet Aug. 13-14 in Havana
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. EDT each day and is open to the public. -
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2025 Florida Python Challenge™ kicks off today
Friday, July 11, 2025 - This year’s competition features the exciting addition of Everglades National Park as one of eight official Florida Python Challenge locations. -
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Help plan the future of Florida Keys WEA
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Be a holiday hero for nesting sea turtles and shorebirds
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - Anyone spending time along our shorelines can help with nesting success for both sea turtles and waterbirds by giving them space, keeping beaches clean and dark, and leaving personal fireworks at home. -
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Protect Florida manatees and sea turtles with fresh decals from the FWC
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 - Every year beginning July 1, new manatee and sea turtle decals become available for a $5 donation at your local tax collector’s office. -
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Be GatorWise this summer
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 - GatorWise is a new public awareness campaign that aims to promote realistic public perceptions about alligators and assist the public in taking appropriate actions to minimize conflict.
