Animals, Birds, Insects, and Pets

BearWise® tips for spring, as bears become more active

Spring has arrived and wildlife is becoming more active, including our state’s black bears. BearWise® tips for spring, as bears become more active With… Read More

Dade City Ribbon Cutting Opens the Door for the Return of the Monarch Butterfly Festival

The City of Dade City hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Touchton Park on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 11 am. The ribbon-cutting… Read More

Be a Shorebird-friendly Photographer

Photography of shorebirds and seabirds along Florida’s shores is a popular activity. Be a Shorebird-friendly Photographer Observing shorebirds and seabirds can be exciting, and… Read More

Newly Designed Florida Panther License Plate Available

Looking for a way to show your support of Florida panther conservation? Newly designed Florida panther license plate available Consider getting the newly designed… Read More

Tips to safely co-exist with alligators

As the weather gets warmer across the Sunshine State, alligators are becoming more active and visible. Tips to safely co-exist with alligators The American alligator… Read More

Bat Maternity Season Coming Up in April

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that bat maternity season, the time when most of our state’s native and… Read More

April Hernando Audubon Activities

April Hernando Audubon Activities Hernando Audubon meeting, Thursday, April 25 Conservation Biology of the Imperiled Southeastern American Kestrel in Florida, with speaker Dr. Ken Meyer. Read More

Nesting season is underway for Florida’s waterbirds

With nesting season underway for shorebirds, seabirds and wading birds, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing tips with beachgoers on how… Read More

Big Mac (ID: A007256) is the sweetest boy! This 4-year-old weighs about 55 pounds. He is so gentle and gives kisses. He loves to play with other dogs of all sizes and ages. He has safely met cats and seemed respectful of them. He walks well on a leash and takes treats softly. He did test positive for heartworms, and Pasco County Animal Services staff would be happy to discuss treatment options with you. Make an appointment today to meet Big Mac, and you're sure to fall in love!

Pasco County Animal Services Hosting ‘Shelter Slumber Pawty’

Sign up now to sleep in our shelter to help raise funds for our furry friends~ Pasco County Animal Services Hosting ‘Shelter Slumber Pawty’ If… Read More

Hernando Audubon March 28 Meeting

Hernando Audubon meeting: Birds Do It, Bees Do It – Migrate of Course! Hernando Audubon March 28 Meeting Thursday, March 28.Speaker Mary Keith will… Read More

FWC approves Pasco Zone bay scallop season change

At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a change to the bay scallop season for the Pasco Zone management… Read More

FWC Hosts Annual Florida WildQuest Event, April 27-May 5

Join the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for Florida WildQuest 2024. FWC hosts annual Florida WildQuest event, April 27-May 5 Florida residents… Read More