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Thirty sea turtles were rescued from the freezing waters during an unprecedented snowstorm that blanketed parts of Florida with six to eight inches of snow.

Steve Nesbitt–a retired Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wildlife biologist, who over a FWC stint of some 35 years, developed a reputation for extensive knowledge about a slew of species—recalls his interest in birds was cultivated as a kid by his grandfather, a passionate birder.

New Smyrna Beach residents reported seeing dozens of catfish wash ashore Friday. Since then, nature has taken its course. Some fish have been washed away, while others have been scavenged and gutted by seagulls.

During Florida’s historic weather event, FWC officers rescued 30 sea turtles from freezing waters in Gulf County.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released its preliminary report on manatee mortality for 2024, revealing significant trends.

Some 30 cold-stunned sea turtles were rescued as temperatures on the Gulf Coast plummeted to historic lows this week.

A pair of wildlife officers in Florida rescued 30 cold-stunned sea turtles amid unusually low temperatures in the region.

FWC says temperatures below 50 can cause sea turtles to become "cold-stunned," making them weak and unable to swim

A proposal has been filed that would lead to the flamingo being designated as Florida’s bird. A separate proposal would ask young people what they think.

Deputies then discovered a 28-inch Arapaima in a gray plastic tote that had been fitted with a battery-operated air pump, officials said. The species is native to South America and one of that size is worth $1,000, the affidavit states.

Prolonged exposure to cold water can cause manatees to lose body heat, leading to a potentially fatal condition known as "cold stress."