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Endangered Gulf of Mexico Byrde’s Whale Dies Due To Plastic Ingestion
In yet another heartbreaking story that continues to add evidence to the growing plastic problem in the oceans, an endangered Gulf of Mexico Byrde’s Whale …
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FWC Votes To Make It Illegal To Pull Protected Sharks On Beach
In a huge win for sharks and shark conservation, the Florida Wildlife Commission has unanimously voted to make it illegal to pull endangered species of …
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Florida Looking To Restrict How Fisherman Can Handle Sharks Caught Off Beach To Protect Animals Health
While shark species around the world continue decline, Florida is slowly trying attempting to help better shark populations off the coastal waters off the Sunshine …
Read MoreNew Bill Proposed In Florida That Would Ban The Use Of Plastic Bags And Straws
A newly proposed Florida state bill would ban the use of plastic bags and straws throughout the state. As a good majority of Florida’s borders …
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A Third North Atlantic Right Whale Has Been Born This Season
A third North Atlantic right whale calf has now been spotted off the coast of northern Florida, giving hope to the species after 2018 saw …
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New Florida Governor To Implement Major Water Reforms With Billions Of Dollars
Florida is facing one of the countries biggest crisis as their water quality continues to grow worse and worse. And finally, after eight years of …
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Florida Researchers Discover There Are Actually More Manatees In The State Than Previously Thought
In a recent survey from The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, results suggests that overall manatee numbers are higher than previously thought. The survey …
Read More Florida Seeks To Restrict Land Based Shark Fishing
Sharks are often considered by many fisherman the ultimate catch due to their natural behavior, the strength and power they can possess and the fact …
Read MoreChemicals From Cosmetics and Plastics Found In Dolphins In Florida
A recent study published in the journal GeoHealth has found that chemicals from cleaning products, cosmetics, and plastics are making their way into the bodies …
Read More Research Dives Into How Vulnerable Sharks Are In Southeast US Due To Fishing
Source: Phys.org/University of Miami A new analysis shows that the habitats of three shark species (great hammerhead, tiger, and bull sharks) are relatively well protected …
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