“Rescuing” Baby Wildlife Unnecessary

This time of year, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) begins getting calls about “abandoned” baby wild animals that well-meaning people believe are in need of rescue. These rescues are unnecessary, and they actually may do more harm than good. After giving birth, adult wildlife must forage to provide food for themselves and [...]

CDC to Monitor Reactions and Errors Associated with Blood Transfusions

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched the first national surveillance system to monitor adverse events in patients who receive blood transfusions.

Rabid Bat Confirmed in Estero Area

Fort Myers, FL – A rabid bat was identified in the Estero area.  Individuals who had contact with the bat have been notified by the health department and they will be treated with vaccinations. “Rabies is a fatal disease.  There is no known cure for rabies, only vaccination.  Therefore, it is critical that people not [...]

FWC to Golden Gate Estates residents: Secure your pets and livestock

A mother panther with three approximately 8-month-old kittens has found an abundant food source for her family in an area of Golden Gate Estates west of Wilson Blvd. People with hobby livestock, particularly goats, or other outside pets should protect…

Bass Fishing Alert-Toho Is Red Hot

Bass anglers on Florida’s renowned Lake Tohopekaliga (Toho for short) have hit the jackpot – again. Anglers are catching their limits of trophy-size largemouth bass with astounding regularity, as the lake proves and improves its reputation as one of the top-five destinations in the world for those who seek the ultimate bass-fishing experience. During the [...]

Efforts Increased to Protect Safety of Gulf Seafood

NOAA, FDA Continue Ramping Up Efforts to Ensure Safety of Gulf of Mexico Seafood The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are taking additional steps to enhance inspection measures designed to ensure that seafood from the Gulf of Mexico reaching America’s tables is safe to eat. The [...]

Three Suspected Poachers Arrested-Four Deer Found in Van

Day after day, officers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) use their extensive knowledge of the woods and water to track down individuals who are suspected of abusing our state’s precious fish and wildlife resources.  That’s just what happened Thursday night, on a dark country road in Hendry County. Knowing that high [...]

Florida’s Deepwater Horizon Response

May 16, 2010 TALLAHASSEE – The following is a summary of state and BP response actions to date, as well as tips for residents and visitors to take precautions both pre and post-landfall. Landfall Predictions: ·         Deepwater Horizon continues to discharge an estimated 5,000 barrels (210,000 gallons) per day. ·         BP is evaluating numerous options [...]

Florida Panther Births Encouraging

With spring in full bloom, some positive signs have emerged about Florida’s endangered panther. Biologists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Big Cypress National Preserve (BCNP) have been busy documenting active Florida panther dens filled with kittens. A total of four dens, with three kittens apiece, have been documented so far [...]

Anglers Help Biologists in Tarpon Research

Biologists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute and Mote Marine Laboratory continue to gather valuable tarpon information with the help of Florida anglers. By analyzing DNA samples collected by anglers, biologists gain insight into tarpon movement and distribution as well as their ability to withstand fishing pressures. [...]

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