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Join us on February 7 for MarineQuest!
MarineQuest is the annual open house of the FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute. Since 1995, MarineQuest has welcomed thousands of people through our doors to learn more about Florida’s fish, wildlife, and their habitats, and the cutting-edge research that Institute scientists are leading all around the state. MarineQuest is our chance to share our research with you – our passion, focus, and dedication to our mission to conduct collaborative research and monitoring to provide timely information and guidance to protect, conserve, and manage Florida’s fish and wildlife resources.
Learn more on the MarineQuest event page.
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Florida Cold Snap vs. Turtle Hatchlings
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After a cold evening in November, FWC surveyors found 400 green sea turtle hatchlings cold-stunned on the sand in Melbourne Beach, Florida.
A year of restoration success in the Florida Keys!
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In 2025, our Restoration Ecology team made exciting strides in marine conservation.
Right Whale Calving Season Is Here!
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Right whale calving season is underway and whales have arrived in Florida!
Photograph taken by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission under NOAA permit #26919.
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As the research division within FWC, FWRI operates programs statewide that focus on obtaining
the wide-ranging data and information needed by fish, wildlife, and ecosystem resource managers.
The Fish and Wildlife Research Institute recruits primarily scientists and science technicians. Business services and facility maintenance also require the expertise of qualified management, administrative, public information, clerical and maintenance staff. FWRI also offers both internships and limited volunteer opportunities.
MarineQuest
We invite you to join us for MarineQuest, FWRI's annual open house. This award-winning event is an opportunity for you and your family to learn about Florida's fish and wildlife and FWRI's exciting research.
