Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Press Releases

• Published on August 5, 2021 - 19:24 GMT

  

  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and partners celebrate another successful Florida Python Challenge®

  Flickr photos available: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/sets/72157719380836220/ Video available: https://vimeo.com/130338443 The 2021 Florida Python Challenge® yielded unprecedented results this year with participants removing 223 invasive …

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• Published on August 2, 2021 - 20:36 GMT

  

  Wondering about the impact of antler point regulations in Florida? Find out now!

  Plus, learn how to protect Florida deer populations from chronic wasting disease Data about the impact of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) deer antler point regulations suggest progress is being made in an area important to …

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• Published on August 2, 2021 - 15:18 GMT

  Hunter safety internet-completion course offered in 10 counties for August

  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering free hunter safety internet-completion courses in 10 counties during August. Hunter safety courses are designed to help students become safe, responsible and knowledgeable hunters and …

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• Published on August 2, 2021 - 15:18 GMT

  Recreational and commercial spiny lobster season opens Aug. 6

  Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/albums/72157630651011046 Video: https://youtu.be/7NKo2w4orsE or https://vimeo.com/575519105 Florida Keys Lobster Info: KeysLobsterSeason.com The 2021 recreational and commercial spiny lobster season starts …

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• Published on July 27, 2021 - 17:22 GMT

  Spiny lobster seasons start soon

  Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/albums/72157630651011046 Video: https://youtu.be/7NKo2w4orsE or https://vimeo.com/575519105 Florida Keys Lobster Info: KeysLobsterSeason.com The 2021 spiny lobster season opens with the two-day recreational …

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• Published on July 26, 2021 - 19:59 GMT

  Last day of recreational red snapper season in Gulf state and federal waters is July 28

  Photo: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/albums/72157681823130963      The last day to harvest red snapper in Gulf state and federal waters for private recreational anglers is July 28. The season closes July 29. The current season also applies to …

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• Published on July 26, 2021 - 19:59 GMT

  FWC to meet August 4-5 in Bonita Springs

  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person August 4-5 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point, 5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs, 34134. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time each day and is open to the public. The …

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• Published on July 23, 2021 - 16:44 GMT

  Big Bend blue crab trap closure to end early

  The Big Bend recreational and commercial blue crab trap closure previously scheduled for July 20-29 will end early because efforts to remove lost and abandoned traps in this region will have been completed. Starting July 25, blue crab traps may be placed …

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• Published on July 23, 2021 - 16:44 GMT

  Greater amberjack and gray triggerfish reopen to recreational harvest in Gulf waters Aug. 1

  The recreational harvest of greater amberjack and gray triggerfish will reopen in Gulf state and federal waters Aug. 1. Greater amberjack is scheduled to remain open through Oct. 31 in Gulf state and federal waters. Gray triggerfish is scheduled to remain …

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• Published on July 16, 2021 - 23:12 GMT

  Big Bend blue crab trap closure starts July 20 

  Recreational and commercial blue crab traps in state waters from Hernando through Wakulla counties, including all waters of the Ochlockonee River and Bay, must be removed from the water before July 20, the first day of a 10-day trap closure. This closure …

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• Published on July 16, 2021 - 18:25 GMT

  New snook, redfish and spotted seatrout catch-and-release measures for Tampa Bay

  release measures for Tampa Bay The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), after consultation with its partners, has temporarily made snook, redfish and spotted seatrout catch-and-release only in Tampa Bay due to recent impacts from red …

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• Published on July 15, 2021 - 20:20 GMT

  TrophyCatch celebrates exceeding 100 approved Hall of Fame catches weighing 13 pounds or heavier

  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) TrophyCatch program announces a new milestone, surpassing 100 approved Hall of Fame catches weighing 13 pounds or more. These bass are the biggest of the big — true Florida giants. Florida …

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• Published on July 15, 2021 - 20:20 GMT

  FWC arrests 2 for the illegal killing of a tarpon

  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) arrested two individuals for the illegal killing of a tarpon in Key Largo. Officers are working to identify a third individual who was also involved. In March, the FWC received photographs and …

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• Published on July 12, 2021 - 20:38 GMT

  Florida Python Challenge® kicks of today; with new $10,000 award

  The Florida Python Challenge® kicks off today and this year participants have a shot at winning $10,000! To date, more than 450 people have signed up to for the competition to remove invasive Burmese pythons from the one-of-a-kind Everglades ecosystem. …

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• Published on July 12, 2021 - 20:38 GMT

  Four idle-speed, no-wake zones on Santa Fe active

  Four of the eight idle-speed, no-wake zones are now active on the Santa Fe River, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officials. The four active zones on the Santa Fe are: Zone 5 runs from the Santa Fe River at the River …

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• Published on July 8, 2021 - 20:06 GMT

  Just released! FWC’s 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals

  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) just released the new 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals. These high-quality waterproof stickers feature two different designs and are a fun way for people to directly support research, …

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• Published on July 2, 2021 - 21:10 GMT

  New $10,000 award announced for the Florida Python Challenge®

  Photos available: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/sets/72157719380836220/ Video available: https://vimeo.com/130338443 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), South Florida Water Management District and the Fish & Wildlife …

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• Published on July 2, 2021 - 16:18 GMT

  FWC’s Operation Dry Water promotes education, enforcement for boating under the influence this weekend

  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Division of Law Enforcement will be promoting awareness and conducting heightened enforcement targeting boating under the influence as part of the national Operation Dry Water campaign this …

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• Published on July 1, 2021 - 20:17 GMT

  5 things you’ll want to do now to prep for archery and crossbow seasons

  This time of year, many hunters are getting ready for Florida’s archery and crossbow seasons. Your preseason to-do list might include finding a place to hunt, practicing with your bow or crossbow, and brushing up on new and existing regulations. Following …

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• Published on June 30, 2021 - 19:03 GMT

  FWC: Celebrate Independence Day the Floridian way with these wildlife-friendly tips

  The Fourth of July in Florida means heading to the beach or taking the boat out for fun in the sun. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding Florida residents and visitors to keep an eye out for wildlife as we enjoy our …

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