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CWD Response

The FWC has conducted CWD surveillance since 2002, emphasizing early detection as a critical strategy for disease management and control. In 2017, Florida finalized a statewide CWD response plan to prepare for a potential CWD outbreak in the Sunshine State. Improvements to annual surveillance led to the detection of CWD in Holmes County in June 2023.

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Manatee Mortalities in Mud River

Two pictures of a green alga mass and a histology slide showing dark spores are set on top of an image of a river.

Spinning Fish and Sawfish Response: Histology

A man is sitting at a microscope hooked up to a computer. A woman sitting next to him is looking at the microscopic image shown on the computer screen and pointing to a shaded area.

Boater Safety – Manatees

Above water view of several manatees just under surface of water.

2024 Sea Turtle Nesting Update

Image of green turtle and outline of Florida. Nesting season June - Late September. Last year 77,040 nests.

Video Spotlight

Navigating Red Tide Resources

When a red tide bloom occurs off Florida’s coast, where can you go to find an up-to-date map showing the known extent of the bloom? This video will show you all the online tools FWC makes available to track red tide blooms as they occur, including our interactive daily sample map.

Inside FWRI

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.

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man and young child with mother at touch tank

We invite you to 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.

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