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FWC revises regulations on largemouth bass possession
Florida conservationists approved an amendment to clarify how anglers catch and keep largemouth bass within the legal size limits.
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FWC announces two new state saltwater fishing records broken in one day
When Matthew Marovich set out fishing on Aug. 26, 2022, he didn’t know he would be catching two record-breaking fish.
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FWC TrophyCatch program to give away 10th new bass boat!
This $65,000 boat package is a truly sweet ride
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FWC management for trophy largemouth bass
Largemouth bass for conservation and general angler success
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FWC TrophyCatch new bass boat giveaway in live drawing
TrophyCatch to give away new bass boat in live drawing One lucky TrophyCatch registrant is going to win a brand-new bass boat next weekend and the public is invited to join the festivities.
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Just released! FWC’s 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals
These high-quality waterproof stickers feature two different designs and are a fun way for people to directly support research, rescue and management efforts that conserve these species and spread awareness about the challenges they face.
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FWC asks public to help stop the spread of invasive zebra mussels
Zebra mussels are considered one of the most troublesome invasive species in North America.
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Florida FWC Plans Hydrilla Treatment
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will treat Lake Hatchineha in Osceola County for invasive hydrilla during the week of June 4-8, weather permitting.
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New state record shoal bass certified
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) fisheries biologists certified a new state record shoal bass weighing 5.95 pounds and measuring 22.4 inches long, caught by 14-year-old angler Sheldon Grace from Headland, Alabama. Sheldon was excited to catch his shoal bass from a kayak in the Chipola River near Altha, Florida.
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FWC certifies new state record
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) fisheries biologists certified a new state record jaguar guapote, weighing 2.78 pounds and measuring 16.7 inches long, caught by 14-year-old angler Jerry Martin from Miami. Martin was thrilled to catch his jaguar guapote in the Snapper Creek Canal (C-2) with live bait.
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Florida FWC Tips on Catching Peacock Bass
Featured Fish: Butterfly Peacock Bass Size: The current certified state record is 9.08 pounds, although larger peacock bass have been documented in Florida. The Big Catch minimum qualifying sizes are 4.00 pounds or 18 inches for adults, and 3.00 pounds or 13 inches for youth (BigCatchFlorida.com).
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Underwater Look at Stocked Stripers | FWC
Our freshwater fisheries researchers conducted striped bass counts in July 2016, and thousands of stripers have moved into this beautiful spring to escape the summer heat and seek cool refuge.
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Florida FWC Approves Lionfish Removal Efforts
At its April 13 meeting in Jupiter, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a two-part lionfish plan to further encourage removals of the invasive species in 2016.
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Florida FWC Announces Deadline for Comment on Imperiled Species Plan
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds the public that their comments are welcome on the draft Florida Imperiled Species Management Plan, an innovative, integrated and comprehensive approach to conserving multiple imperiled species.
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Florida FWC Approves Barracuda Conservation Measures for South Florida
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) at its Sept. 3 meeting in Fort Lauderdale approved new recreational and commercial bag limits for barracuda for waters off south Florida.
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FWC arrests poachers for possession of illegal species, including sea turtle
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) arrested four people over the weekend for possession of undersized and illegal species.