Photos available This holiday weekend, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that nesting season is still underway for our state’s imperiled sea turtles, shorebirds, seabirds and wading birds. Anyone spending …
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) fisheries biologists certified a new state record tie for the flier fish, a native Florida game fish, last month. Michael Baxley caught a 1.36-pound flier on Ocheesee Pond in Jackson County in June …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) just released its 2025-26 Florida manatee and sea turtle decals. These waterproof decals feature original artwork and can be placed on vehicle bumpers and watercraft or be used to spruce up water …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is preparing to implement a new law aimed at strengthening vessel accountability and enhancing protections for Florida’s waterways. Senate Bill 164, signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis on …
The 2025 recreational bay scallop season from Franklin County through northwestern Taylor County (including Carrabelle, Lanark and St. Marks) as well as portions of Levy County and all of Citrus and Hernando counties (including Cedar Key, Crystal River and …
The recreational harvest of red porgy in state waters of the Atlantic will close on July 1, with the last day of harvest being June 30. Harvest will reopen in Atlantic state waters on May 1, 2026. For current recreational red porgy regulations, visit …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is undertaking a historic restoration effort to promote native plant communities through large-scale revegetation on Lake Kissimmee. The FWC has allocated an unprecedented $2.35 million over two …
Photos and video available The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding Floridians and visitors to be GatorWise as alligators become more active and visible throughout the state. GatorWise is a new public awareness campaign that …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will host two in-person public workshops, June 24, in Miami and June 25, in Homestead, to gather input on proposed rule changes that would create a Bonefish Seasonal Closed Area at a pre-spawning …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will host a series of public workshops to seek input on proposed rule changes for lane snapper in Gulf state waters. Staff will provide a brief presentation on potential proposed rules before …
Photos available The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing an update on its work to restore fish and wildlife habitat on Lake George in Volusia and Putnam counties. Beginning in 2020, restoration efforts include installing …
Pictures and videos: FlPythonChallenge.org/Newsroom In just a few short weeks, the 2025 Florida Python Challenge™ kicks off, giving participants the opportunity to raise awareness about invasive species, help protect native wildlife and win their share …
The 2025 recreational bay scallop season in the Fenholloway – Suwannee River Zone opens June 15 and will remain open through Labor Day (Sept. 1). This includes all state waters in Dixie County, a portion of Taylor County including the towns of Keaton Beach …
Go freshwater fishing this Father’s Day during the upcoming Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) license-free freshwater fishing weekend! This summer's license-free fishing weekend is on June 14 and 15. Take your dad or your kids …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) School Fishing Program congratulates the Grand Prize winners of the Fishing & Conservation Challenge: the student anglers at the Independence Classical Academy. This past school year, the …
Photos available Spring and early summer mark a general increase in activity for Florida’s black bears after limited movements in winter. During this time, juvenile bears could be spotted in unexpected areas as they leave their mothers’ home ranges. The …
The recreational harvest of gray triggerfish in Gulf of America state and federal waters closes June 1 and will remain closed through July 31. Seasonal harvest closures help conserve Florida’s valuable fisheries for the future. For current recreational and …
The recreational harvest of snook in the Northeast, Indian River Lagoon and Southeast management regions will close June 1. The recreational harvest season will reopen Oct. 1, 2025, in the Northeast, Indian River Lagoon and Southeast management regions. …
Save the dates for two upcoming license-free fishing weekends hosted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), a perfect opportunity to try fishing with your friends and family! This summer's license-free fishing weekends are on …
As National Safe Boating Week concludes, boating safety advocates in Florida and nationwide are urging boaters to stay vigilant as the summer season begins. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released its 2024 Boating Accident …
