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Florida manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) range throughout Florida waters and individuals can move long distances seasonally. Issues endangering manatees include death from human-related and natural causes and habitat loss.

Florida Panther

Florida panther, Puma concolor coryi, are the only population of mountain lion east of the Mississippi River. This endangered predator is Florida’s state animal.

Freshwater

There are millions of acres of lakes, rivers and canals and over 1.2 million registered fresh water anglers in the state! FWC biologists work hard to study, protect, and conserve Florida's fresh water resources.

GIS and Mapping

Center for Spatial Analysis staff members use mapping techniques to create information products used by policy makers, scientists, and managers.

Habitat

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute studies a variety of marine wildlife, diverse habitats, and their health. FWRI hopes to protect, sustain, and nurture these resources and ensure a healthy environment to support a healthy economy.

Red Tide

A red tide is a higher-than-normal concentration of a microscopic alga (plant-like organism). In Florida, the species that causes most red tides is Karenia brevis (K. brevis).

Saltwater

Florida’s marine fisheries provide over 2.5 million recreational anglers with sport fishing opportunities and over 15,000 commercial fishers with employment. The public expects FWRI to protect and enhance these resources for future generations.

Wildlife

Florida is home to many unique species of wildlife. Researchers throughout the state work to collect and provide information that will help the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission protect, conserve, and manage the state’s wildlife resources.



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