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Entries Tagged Florida

Flying Squirrel smuggling investigation Photo Florida FWC

International Wildlife Trafficking Operation Yields Multiple Arrests, Charges

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers uncovered an organized enterprise to smuggle flying squirrels to interstate and international buyers.
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Officials: 5,000 Burmese Pythons Removed from Everglades

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the South Florida Water Management District have removed 5,000 invasive Burmese pythons from South Florida’s Everglades ecosystem.
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10 Tips for a Family Friendly Beach Vacation for Fishermen

When COVID-19 is finally in our rearview mirror, you’ll probably want a change of scenery. The author has a suggestion: A Gulf of Mexico family —and fishing! — vacation destination south of Tampa Bay, Florida, on Anna Maria Island.
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Where to Hunt Alligators

Want to hunt an alligator? Here are nine states where pursuing your dream of killing an alligator can become a reality.
Pro angler Terry Scroggins Kicker Tail worm

Pro Angler Terry Scroggins Designs Big Show Kicker Tail

Pro angler Terry Scroggins of Florida can't help having a busy mind when it comes to creating fishing lures, including his new Stanford Baits Kicker Tail worm.
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Game Warden Chronicles: Angler Busted for Muskie; Black Bear Poacher Gets $1,200 Fine

Poachers beware, whether it's for muskellunge or black bear! The latest game warden chronicles spans several states with reports on illegal activity.
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State Warns Citizens About Ongoing Snake Orgy

Florida Man is legendary for his various exploits, but he has nothing on a massive snake sex orgy that prompted a warning from state officials.
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Bear Populations Increasing, Record Harvests Reported

Record harvests and expanded seasons are the norm as populations of black bears increase throughout the United States.
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Hog Wars Intensify With $17M in Federal Money for Removal

The war on feral hogs is intensifying in Alabama and nine other states with almost $17 million from the United States Department of Agriculture for site-specific removal projects.
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Florida Seeks Ideas for Aquatic Plant Management

Think you know about large-scale aquatic plant management better than the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission? Now's your chance to shine.
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Game Warden Chronicles: Pair Cited for Killing Trumpeter Swans

In the latest game warden chronicles, two brothers were cited for killing trumpeter swans on the opening day of Michigan's waterfowl season.
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Fishing Industry News: Z-Man Pledges Research Support; Exemptions From Chinese Tariffs

In the latest fishing industry news, Z-Man pledges to support critical marine research and the NMMA says inflatable boats and some accessories are exempt from Chinese tariff increases.
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Fishing Industry News: Mercury Trims Workforce; Anglers More Diverse Than Ever

In the latest fishing industry news, Brunswick has trimmed its Mercury Marine workforce and a new report shows nationwide diversity among anglers is greater than ever.