Amelia Island Fishing - Brochures

Sea Stats Brochures - Miscellaneous

Fish And Wildlife Research Institute - The Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) is a part of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Our statewide research programs focus on obtaining the data and information that managers of fish, wildlife, and ecosystem resources need to sustain Florida's precious natural resources. Our scientific activities rely heavily on many collaborative partnerships with other government, academic, non-profit, and private fish and wildlife research institutions. Most of the programs at FWRI are funded from user fees, such as hunting and fishing licenses, specialty license plates, or grants.
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Florida Corals - Living animals whose skeletons form the framework of Florida’s multi-colored underwater reefs, corals are a diverse and ecologically important member of the aquatic ecosystem. Florida boasts the only living coral reefs in the continental United States, but these ancient, slow-growing structures are now imperiled by their own enormous popularity. Boat anchors and groundings, heavy use by divers and snorkelers, and pollution all cause damage that is taking a toll on these monuments of the sea that, for many people, are the very embodiment of Florida’s underwater appeal.
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Mangroves - Mangroves are woody plants that prefer protected, lowenergy shorelines in estuaries and lagoons. They are found along virtually every coast that has a tropical or subtropical climate. Worldwide, there are more than 35 species of mangroves. Florida has three mangrove species and another that is considered to have mangrove affinities. Their common names are Red Mangrove, Black Mangrove, White Mangrove, and Buttonwood (also called Button Mangrove).
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Queen Conch - A slow-moving but long-lived marine snail, the queen conch (pronounced “konk”) has become an abiding symbol of the relaxed pace of life in the Florida Keys—where the human natives affectionately refer to themselves as “conchs.” Long harvested for its tasty meat and beautiful shell, the queen conch is now protected from harvest and efforts are being directed toward replenishing native populations.
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Right Whales - Pursued by humans for more than eight centuries, the northern right whale is the most endangered marine mammal in U.S. waters. Because it swims slowly, floats when dead, and yields large amounts of oil and baleen (whalebone — an elastic, horny substance that was often used in corsets), the northern right whale was easy and profitable to hunt, so it was designated by hunters as the “right” whale to kill. Commercial organizations considered right whales economically extinct by the early 1900s, but whalers in search of other species still occasionally killed right whales. Legislators banned right whale hunting in 1931, and researchers estimate that about 300 right whales exist today.
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Salt Marshes - Salt marshes are grassy coastal wetlands rich in marine life. They are also called tidal marshes because they occur in the zone between low and high tides. Saltmarsh plants cannot grow where waves are strong but thrive along low-energy coasts. They also occur in estuaries, where fresh water from rivers mixes with sea water, usually behind barrier islands or in bays.
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Sport Fish Restoration - The USFWS distributes Sport Fish Restoration funds to state fish and wildlife agencies. Each state’s share is based 60% on its number of licensed anglers and 40% on its land and water area. In Florida, funds are managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Florida receives approximately $6–$7 million annually. The money supports freshwater and saltwater resources, and projects to improve boating opportunities. FWC receives about $3 million to $4 million annually to support saltwater projects in Florida. For each project, 75% of the total cost is provided by Sport Fish Restoration funds and 25% comes from state funds, which include recreational fishing license fees.
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For The Kids

Manatee Coloring Book - This book contains activities designed to help kids learn about the Florida manatee.
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Marine Alphabet Coloring Book - Color your way from "A" to "Z!" and learn about marine life in Florida.
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