Black Bear

In a move that has ignited fierce debate, Florida wildlife officials are proposing to reopen black bear hunting after a decade-long hiatus, raising questions about conservation, public safety, and eth...

In a rare and tragic event that has shaken communities in Florida, an 89-year-old man and his loyal dog fell victim to what appears to be the state's first fatal black bear attack. This unsettling inc...

Florida has announced plans to revive bear hunting after a decade-long hiatus, with the state's Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission setting a tentative date for December 2025. The proposed hunt,...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is actively engaging the public in discussions about the management of the state's black bear population. A series of meetings across Florid...