Florida considers lifting bear hunting ban

Florida considers first black bear hunt in a decade. You can weigh in.
For the first time in nearly a decade, Florida wildlife officials are considering a black bear hunt. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in December asked its staff to come up with proposals for a possible hunt as officials pointed to what they consider a now-flourishing bear population.
Florida wildlife officials looking at possibility of restarting bear hunting across state
FLORIDA, USA — Florida wildlife officials are considering restarting black bear hunting across the state. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will hold a virtual public meeting in March to seek feedback from Floridians on the idea, the state agency announced on Wednesday.
Florida considers lifting bear hunting ban after nearly a decade
The FWC is considering the move due to complaints about bears entering neighborhoods and posing threats to drivers.
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Florida wildlife officials weigh possible bear hunt
Florida wildlife officials will hold a series of online meetings in March and April about the possibility of a return to bear hunting in the state.
FWC considers first statewide bear hunt in nearly a decade amid rising black bear numbers
The number of black bears in Florida has grown significantly since the early 2000s. Some claim the state is overcrowded with the animal
Florida wildlife officials weigh possible bear hunt, will seek public input this spring
The state’s last hunt was held in October 2015 and was called off after two days as the bear death count quickly reached 304.
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FWC to hold virtual meeting to discuss black bear hunt. What we know.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering a regulated black bear hunt. A virtual meeting is ...