turtles

Poached Florida turtles rescued, rehabbed, released back into the wild

FLORIDA -- Thirty-four native Florida turtles reportedly poached by a suspected wildlife trafficker have been rescued, rehabbed, and released back…

3 years ago

Public’s help needed to monitor Florida turtle deaths

FLORIDA -- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking the public’s help in reporting sightings of sick,…

3 years ago

Conservation measures for diamondback terrapins include permits for pets

FLORIDA – The collection and possession of diamondback terrapins in Florida now are prohibited except for scientific research with a…

3 years ago

FWC approves diamondback terrapin conservation measures

FLORIDA -- At its December meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved regulation changes in an effort…

3 years ago