Florida Wildlife Federation

Florida Wildlife Federation For 90 years, the Florida Wildlife Federation has been deeply rooted for wild Florida.

We are an independent, nonpartisan conservation nonprofit uniting Floridians through action to protect our water, wildlife, and wild spaces.

Weekend plans: float around in paradise and do absolutely nothing. 🐊📸 Kristina Gavigan
08/23/2026

Weekend plans: float around in paradise and do absolutely nothing. 🐊

📸 Kristina Gavigan

💕 It's a pink-off💕When you think of Florida's pink bird, which comes to mind?🦩 American Flamingo or 🥄 Roseate SpoonbillC...
08/21/2026

💕 It's a pink-off💕

When you think of Florida's pink bird, which comes to mind?

🦩 American Flamingo or 🥄 Roseate Spoonbill

Cast your vote in the comments and tell us why! 👇

What changed with the Endangered Species Act, and why does it matter for wildlife? Join us next week, Thursday August 27...
08/20/2026

What changed with the Endangered Species Act, and why does it matter for wildlife?

Join us next week, Thursday August 27, for our Defending the Endangered Species Act livestream as we break down the recent changes, the challenge underway, and what comes next.

📅 August 27 | 6:00 pm ET
🎥 Facebook, Instagram & YouTube

🔗 RSVP for a reminder: floridawildlifefederation.org/livestream-rsvp-defending-the-esa

The biggest conservation stories aren't always about the biggest animals.Forage fish may be small, but they play an outs...
08/18/2026

The biggest conservation stories aren't always about the biggest animals.

Forage fish may be small, but they play an outsized role in Florida's marine ecosystems, providing food for gamefish, dolphins, seabirds, and countless other species. Healthy forage fish populations help support healthy coasts and thriving fisheries.

This year marked the 10th Annual Forage Fish Research Program Data Workshop, celebrating a decade of collaborative science advancing our understanding of these essential species. We're proud to work our partners to fund graduate student research that's shaped real conservation outcomes, from NOAA climate assessments to state aquatic preserve management plans.

📸 by Brent Washburn

Joey came home after some time away and found a favorite nature preserve stripped of its wildland buffer: habitat for bo...
08/17/2026

Joey came home after some time away and found a favorite nature preserve stripped of its wildland buffer: habitat for bobcats, eagles, owls, and more. But a bobcat mother and her kitten are still there, resilient as ever. That's why Joey is "For Wild Florida," because every clear-cut acre once belonged to the wild things that called it home.

Read more "I am FWF" stories on our website and submit your own to share your story.

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We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Storytelling Category. 📖The...
08/15/2026

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Storytelling Category. 📖

The Storytelling category celebrates images that do more than capture a moment, they tell a story about Florida's wildlife, wild places, and our connection to them.

🥇 1st Place: Joey Dean – Flying Among the Tools of Extinction
🥈 2nd Place: Hannah Favorite – Gopher Tortoise Relocation
🥉 3rd Place: Judy Barnard – Obstacles and Angles of Life
🏅 Honorable Mention: Rachelle Vance – Bald Eagle perched on Bald Cypress

Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their passion for wild Florida through their photography!

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Landscapes Category. 🌅These...
08/14/2026

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Landscapes Category. 🌅

These photographs showcase the beauty and diversity of Florida's natural landscapes, reminding us why these places are worth protecting for future generations.

🥇 1st Place: Donald Pelliccia – Vanishing Florida
🥈 2nd Place: Jenna Stirling – Foggy Morning Cypress
🥉 3rd Place: Stan Cottle – Walkers Landing Sunset
🏅 Honorable Mention: Josue Leon – Lightning Fast

Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their passion for wild Florida through their photography. Stay tuned as we announce the winners in our remaining category tomorrow!

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Recreation Category. 🤿This ...
08/13/2026

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Recreation Category. 🤿

This year’s entries celebrated the connection between people in nature, with our top winners offering a glimpse beneath the surface at a side of wild Florida we don’t always get to explore.

🥇 1st Place: Grace Pempek – Discoveries Under the Juno Ledge
🥈 2nd Place: Gabriel Jensen – Big Baby
🥉 3rd Place: Patrick Pyles – Making Friends
🏅 Honorable Mention: Josue Leon – Boating in Color

Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their passion for wild Florida through their photography. Stay tuned as we announce the winners in our remaining categories throughout the week!

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Native Plants Category. 🌼Th...
08/12/2026

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Native Plants Category. 🌼

These stunning images highlight the native plants that support Florida's wildlife and make our landscapes so beautiful and unique.

🥇 1st Place: Ross Merrigan – Ghost Orchid
🥈 2nd Place: Kelly Lyon – Tarflower
🥉 3rd Place: Fred Borgianini – Cypress Trees
🏅 Honorable Mention: Brian Kamprath – Wild Sunflowers

Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their passion for wild Florida through their photography. Stay tuned as we announce the winners in our remaining categories throughout the week!

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Birds Category. 🦅This year’...
08/11/2026

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Florida Wildlife Federation photo contest: Birds Category. 🦅

This year’s entries showcased the incredible diversity of bird species found across Florida, capturing their beauty, unique behaviors, and their connection to the habitats they call home.

🥇 1st Place: Michael Dreese – Black Skimmer
🥈 2nd Place: Georgia Wilson – Ruby-throated Hummingbird
🥉 3rd Place: Robert Glöckner – Eastern Screech Owls
🏅 Honorable Mention: Paul Dandini – Snail Kite

Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their passion for wild Florida through their photography. Stay tuned as we announce the winners in our remaining categories throughout the week!

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