The state is best known for its manatees and alligators, but one of the world's most important sea turtle refuges is quietly ...

A loggerhead sea turtle makes its way to the ocean. Photo courtesy of FWC. As we enjoy our beaches and shorelines this Fourth of July weekend, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission ...

The "race" project stopped on Coquina Beach South in Bradenton, where the large turtle was tagged. Overall, 11 nesting ...

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers recently braved icy waters to rescue around 30 sea turtles. Two FWC officers ventured into Gulf County waters, undeterred by the near ...

FWC decorates sea turtle eggs for research. Posted: April 18, 2025 | Last updated: April 18, 2025. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is coloring sea turtle eggs.

According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, sea turtle nesting season has officially begun. FWC said the endangered species must be protected during its nesting and ...

Over the course of two days, Tuesday and Wednesday, (Jan. 21-22) four FWC officers were off the coast of Gulf County rescuing cold-stunned sea turtles.

In a Facebook post shared by the FWC, sea turtles of all different sizes are seen sitting on a bed of snow on the deck of the boat. “These rescues occurred during the winter storm, hence the ...

Sea turtles can become cold-stunned and lethargic when temperatures fall below 50 ... FWC has been collaborating with a veterinary pathologist with NOAA to investigate the cause of the turtle ...

In a Facebook post shared by the FWC, sea turtles of all different sizes are seen sitting on a bed of snow on the deck of the boat. “These rescues occurred during the winter storm, hence the ...

In a Facebook post shared by the FWC, sea turtles of all different sizes are seen sitting on a bed of snow on the deck of the boat. “These rescues occurred during the winter storm, hence the ...