This one would issue a total of 187 permits, with each one allowing a hunter to kill one bear. Permits would be issued ...

While rare in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties, black bears are no strangers to the Treasure Coast. The FWC ...

State wildlife officials are drafting a detailed plan for a bear hunt — the first in a decade — over three weeks in December, ...

While urban bear encounters have increased in Florida, some fear a bear hunt could leave more dead than necessary.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering Florida's first black bear hunt in 10 years as the population rises.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds the public to watch out for bears. Black bears will leave their winter dens for food and water. Recommended Videos So bear in ...

A recent article by Chad Gillis explores the fluctuating black bear population in Florida and the possibility of a reinstated bear hunt. The story was inspired by observations of increased calls ...

In Florida, black bears are in the crosshairs again as development takes thousands of acres of their habitat yearly.

Florida wildlife officials are advising residents to give space to an injured Florida black bear spotted in Altamonte Springs ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is set to host a series of virtual meetings on bear hunting.

With spring in full swing, Florida’s wildlife is becoming more active, including black bears emerging from their winter dens ...

The Paper Bear,” a feature-length film and conservation initiative by The Paper Bear nonprofit, has been officially selected ...