News by the Florida Wildlife Federation

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Advocacy and Engagement Florida Black Bear Wildlife

Our Call for Science and Transparency on the Proposed Florida Black Bear Hunt

At the Florida Wildlife Federation, we are steadfast in our commitment to science-based wildlife management…

Federico AcevedoMay 1, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement Conservation Champions Education Wildlife

Conservation Champions: Benji Studt

In Florida's conservation community, few individuals exemplify the fusion of science, storytelling, and public engagement…

Federico AcevedoApril 30, 2025

Education Get Outside with FWF Habitat Protection Water Wetlands Wildlife

Get Outside with FWF: Manatee Springs

by Marney Richards, Education and Outreach Coordinator Manatee Springs State Park is probably best known…

Federico AcevedoApril 30, 2025

Education Gardening in Florida Nature at Home

Spring Wildflower Walk

As we transition to spring in Florida, changes can be subtle in some regions. But…

Federico AcevedoApril 29, 2025

Photograph of an Atlantic Goliath grouper swimmind by a shipwreck.

Creature Feature Education Fishery Management Wildlife

Goliath Grouper: Florida’s Giant of the Reef

In the warm, reef-lined waters off Florida’s coast, few sights are as awe-inspiring as a…

Federico AcevedoApril 29, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement Land Management Operations Water Wildlife

2025 Mid-Session Update

Halfway Through the 2025 Florida Legislative Session: Progress, Concerns, and Priorities As we reach the…

Federico AcevedoApril 1, 2025

Education Get Outside with FWF Habitat Protection Water Wetlands Wildlife

Get Outside with FWF: Crystal River’s Hidden Gems

by Morgan McClure, Marketing and Communications Director Many visitors flock to Crystal River to see…

Federico AcevedoApril 1, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement Conservation Champions Education Wildlife

Conservation Champions: Logan Richardson

As we approach Gopher Tortoise Day on April 10, the Florida Wildlife Federation (FWF) is…

Federico AcevedoApril 1, 2025

Education Gardening in Florida Nature at Home Wildlife

Earth Day and the Power of Wildlife Gardening

Earth Day 2025 On April 22, the U.S. will celebrate Earth Day, and this year’s…

Federico AcevedoMarch 29, 2025