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Distressed and beached manatees captured and transported for rehab The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced they rescued two small manatees in early February.
More than 30 people help mother manatee and calf return to their habitat More than 30 wildlife officials worked together to help a once severely injured mother manatee and her calf return to their habitat.
LEE COUNTY Fourth endangered Florida panther death reported in two weeks, all struck by vehicles This is the fourth dead Florida panther FWC has reported in 2024. In 2023, FWC reported the fourth dead panther on May 26.
4 endangered Florida panther deaths in April bring 2024 total to 11 Two more endangered Florida panthers were discovered dead by wildlife officials after the animals were struck by vehicles in Collier and Hendry counties.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs neighbors team up with FWC to wrangle 10-foot gator Residents in Bonita Springs had an unexpected adventure when a huge alligator decided to make an Imperial River canal its home. The 10 feet 9 inch, 500-pound gator was getting a bit too cozy with the community’s kayakers, pets, and kids, prompting locals to take action.
FORT MYERS Manatees transported from Fort Myers, Manatee County and Homosassa Springs for rehab Florida wildlife officials have been busy rescuing and transporting manatees for rehabilitation.
FWC offers $500 raffle prize for reporting tagged stone crabs The Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida is offering a $500 cash prize for people who have reported tagged stone crabs.
FWC releases an interactive map for the perfect outdoor adventure The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced a brand new interactive virtual map so Floridians can enjoy an outdoor day on public land.
Keeping manatees safe while migrating to warmer water The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking everyone to be aware of a beloved animal that begins migrating to warmer waters in November.
Second annual Manatee Awareness Month webinar set for Nov. 14 According to FWC, the webinar will happen on Tuesday, Nov. 14, beginning at 3 p.m. and should last about an hour.