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Conservation group pushes back on black bear hunt proposed by FWC
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is proposing a black bear hunt in December to address, what it says, is ...
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Florida Tarpon Season In Full Swing: FWC Urges Anglers To Follow Best Practices For Conservation
Florida anglers are eagerly pursuing the mighty Silver King as tarpon season hits its peak across the state. In recognition ...
Florida woman was killed by gator as her husband tried to intervene, officials say
Cynthia Diekema, 61, was killed after the canoe she was riding in with her husband drifted over a large alligator, Florida ...
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Florida bear attack: Social media voices provide range of takes on humans vs. wildlife
The incident occurred days before Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission plans to discuss a potential bear hunt. Social media users expressed condolences, debated habitat loss due to ...
Florida woman killed by alligator during couple canoe trip; husband tried to save her
A Florida woman was killed by an alligator during a canoe trip with her husband, who tried to save her during the surprise ...
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Hunting, fishing, hiking: What will be allowed at Creek Ranch in Polk County? And what won't?
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission released a draft management plan for the 1,342-acre Creek Ranch ...
Senate confirms wildlife commissioner who backed Split Oak toll road
Rodney Barreto’s new term as chairman of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission will run until January 2029.
Mysterious origin of kangaroo roaming Florida revealed, state says. Man charged
The origin of a mysterious kangaroo found roaming St. Cloud, Florida, has been discovered, and someone is now facing charges, ...