FWC considers Florida black bear hunt for later this year, the first since 2015

FWC considers Florida black bear hunt for later this year, the first since 2015

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission debates bear hunt as population control measure, first potential bear hunt since 2015 possible

Authorities investigating killing of black bear near Sheho

Based on their findings, authorities believe the bear was likely killed on the evening of April 27.

Activists reject the proposal to hunt for bears in Florida, calling it a “trophy hunt” without a scientific basis and in the midst of growing sightings in urban areas.

Stop the Florida black bear trophy hunt!

***Scroll Down For Contact Information & Calls To Action*** We, the undersigned, strongly oppose the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) proposal to reinstate a black bear hunt. This proposal lacks scientific merit, disregards overwhelming public opposition, and threatens the stability of Florida’s black bear population.  At the December 11, 2024, FWC meeting, agency staff pr