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Gulf Seasons Changes for Amberjack, Gray Trigger, and Gag
With the coming of 2017, several recreational fishing season changes in Gulf waters went into effect. The Florida Fish and …
Workshop Set On Managing Private Lands to Improve Wild Turkey Habitat
The public is invited to a Breakfast on the Back Forty workshop on Feb. 23, in Okaloosa County about how to improve wild turkey habitat on private lands.
Why are Whales Stranding in the Gulf?
By: Matt Love In recent months, two young sperm whales stranded themselves along the coast of Louisiana. These events highlight …
Catch and Release Tips
Practicing proper catch and release is an important part of being a good steward of the flats fisheries. How you handle fish in a catch and release fishery has an impact, and can make a difference in whether a fish survives or not post-release. Just because a fish swims away from the boat doesn't mean they are in the clear!
Fishbrain app to help FWC track nonnative freshwater fish
Florida is the pilot state to use Fishbrain technology to help land managers better understand the extent and impact of nonnative aquatic species. Following the Florida campaign, Fishbrain and the Service hope to build on the pilot project in other areas of the country through partnerships with state conservation organizations.
