The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is considering proposals for a bear hunt, a move that could reverse a decade-long ban.
The commission has directed staff to develop proposals for a potential bear hunt, with the goal of presenting them at a meeting in May 2025. These proposals will be based on data from ongoing studies of Florida’s bear population and public input.
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Bear hunting has been a contentious issue in Florida. The last authorized hunt, held in October 2015, was halted after just two days due to the rapid number of bear deaths.
The FWC’s decision to explore a new bear hunt has sparked debate among conservationists and hunters alike.
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