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Florida scrub-jay celebrated at wildlife festival

Attendees had opportunities to speak with wildlife biologists and conservation partners working to protect the threatened species.

Florida wildlife gets active in the spring. Here's how to protect it

Spring brings increased wildlife activity in Florida. Learn how to protect bats, bears, manatees, and sea turtles this season ...
USA Today

Is the flamingo or scrub jay Florida's state bird? What we know

The Florida House has passed a bill to make the American flamingo the official state bird. Florida's current state bird, the mockingbird, is also the state bird for 4 other states. The bill also ...
WCTV

First bill filed in Florida’s 2026 legislative session changes state bird

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) - Florida lawmakers haven’t even returned to the Capitol yet, but the first policy bill of the 2026 session is already in. Representative Jim ...

Florida panthers, black bears, bobcats caught on camera by reader

The state recently sent out a public advisory to warn residents and visitors about increased wildlife activity as daily highs ...
WCTV

Second bill filed to change Florida state bird, suggests youth survey

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The first bill to be filed in Florida’s 2026 legislative session seeks to change the state bird to the American flamingo. Now, a second bill has been filed regarding which ...
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Rare Florida bird stages a stunning comeback, officials report

The Florida grasshopper sparrow, one of the most endangered birds in North America, is showing encouraging signs after more than a decade of captive breeding and carefully managed releases into the ...
Ever After in the Woods

12 Florida Wildlife Rescues Where You Can Meet Animals Up Close

Discover Florida wildlife rescue centers where you can meet rescued animals up close, from manatees and seabirds to big cats ...