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April 10th has been officially declared Gopher Tortoise Day
In Florida, gopher tortoises are a threatened species, found in all 67 counties and frequently encountered in many of the state’s private and public lands.
Will Florida Allow Goliath Grouper Harvest?
There are reports that goliath grouper might soon be fair game. The topic spurred some heated discussion at the February FWC meeting in Crystal River.
Michigan Offering a Million Dollars to Stop Asian Carp
The Michigan DNR has put out a call to the public, offering $1 million for the best proposal to stop invasive Asian carp from reaching the Great Lakes.
Gone Coastal: Fishing Line And Tackle Disposal
When left in the aquatic environment, fishing line and tackle create possible traps for wildlife that can become entangled, leading to injury or death.
Protecting the South Carolina Salt Marsh
By Aileen Goldstein: Her office is a 200,000-acre salt marsh estuary. Her company vehicle is a 25-foot, flat-bottomed boat. Her …
