The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed a significant expansion of critical habitat for Florida manatees, potentially doubling the protected areas crucial to their survival. This move follows a 2022 lawsuit by environmental groups aiming to strengthen safeguards for these gentle giants. The proposed…
Read More Federal Proposal Seeks To Double Protected Habitat For Florida Manatees
As Hurricane Helene intensifies, residents across Florida are preparing for potential power outages. Many will turn to portable generators to keep essential appliances running. However, using generators improperly can pose serious risks, including carbon monoxide poisoning, fire, and electrocution. To ensure your safety and that…
Read More Generator Safety: Crucial Tips To Stay Safe During A Hurricane
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed a significant increase in protected areas for the Florida manatee, potentially doubling the existing critical habitat designations to nearly 1.9 million acres. The proposal, spurred by a 2022 lawsuit from conservation groups, aims to enhance protections for…
Read More Federal Officials Propose Significant Expansion Of Critical Habitat For Florida Manatees
Tragedy has struck the endangered Florida panther population with the recent deaths of three females. The remains of an 11-year-old panther (FP247) were discovered in Collier County on September 21st, with a suspected cause of death being a vehicle collision. Just two days earlier, the…
Read More Three Florida Panthers Found Dead In September
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to hold a press conference on Tuesday as a tropical system, which is expected to become Hurricane Helene, looms off the Gulf Coast. This comes after the governor declared a state of emergency for 41 counties on Monday. Speaking from Tallahassee…
Read More Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis To Address The State Ahead Of Hurricane Helene
Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for 41 counties in Florida as a storm system in the Gulf of Mexico is predicted to intensify into a powerful hurricane, potentially reaching Category 2 strength. The storm, expected to be named Helene, is on…
Read More Florida Braces For Hurricane Helene, DeSantis Declares State Of Emergency
With the threat of Tropical Cyclone Nine looming, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding boat owners to take immediate action to protect their vessels. If you can trailer your boat, move it to a safe location away from tidal waters. This…
Read More Florida Fish And Wildlife Urges Boaters To Prepare For Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine
Anglers along the Florida Gulf Coast are enjoying fantastic fall fishing as temperatures begin to cool and fish become more active. The Redfish bite is particularly strong, with schools of these fish being reported in many areas. Inshore Fishing: Offshore Fishing: Tips & Recommendations: Remember:…
Read More Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – September 21, 2024
Recent sampling efforts have revealed the presence of the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, in 11 samples collected from Southwest Florida over the past week. However, concentrations remain relatively low, ranging from background to very low levels in Pinellas County, background levels in Manatee and…
Read More Red Tide Update: Low Concentrations Persist In Southwest Florida
As we transition into fall, fishing along the Florida Gulf Coast continues to be productive, with a variety of species biting. The recent cooler mornings signal a change in the season, and fish are responding to these shifts in water temperature and baitfish activity. Inshore:…
Read More Florida Gulf Coast Fishing Report – September 19, 2024