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Blue crab trap closure for Hernando through Wakulla counties starts July 20
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - This closure will allow groups authorized by the FWC to identify and retrieve lost and abandoned blue crab traps from the water. -
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FWC completes revegetation projects on Lake Okeechobee
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - These revegetation efforts are in part guided by the Lake Okeechobee Fish, Wildlife and Habitat Management Plan, developed in 2022 to help more aquatic species meet management goals. -
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Blue crab trap closure for Broward through Pasco counties starts July 10
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - These closures will allow groups authorized by the FWC to identify and retrieve lost and abandoned blue crab traps from the water. -
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FWC certifies new state record spotted bass
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - FWC Law Enforcement Officer Wil Raker certified a new state record spotted bass caught by angler Joe Durden from Blountstown. The fish weighed 3.93 pounds and measured 18.25 inches in length. -
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FWC announces Florida Fish Art Contest special recognition
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - The Florida Nomad’s Artist Spotlight Award recognizes Sebastian Romo for his creativity in creating this unique artwork of the Florida bass. -
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Help plan the future of Florida Keys WEA
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Bay scallop season opens July 10 in the Pasco Zone
Monday, July 7, 2025 - Recreational harvesters need a Florida saltwater fishing license to harvest bay scallops unless they are exempt from needing a license or have a no-cost shoreline fishing license and are wading from shore to collect scallops. -
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FWC: New flier fish co-record holder
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - Michael Baxley caught a 1.36-pound flier on Ocheesee Pond in Jackson County in June 2025. -
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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.
