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Nonnative Species | ||
Of all the nonnative species that find their way into Florida's natural habitats, only a handful will survive, and only a handful of those will eventually become invasive, causing ecological or economic harm or posing a threat to human health and safety. This means that the majority of nonnative species will not cause any problems. However, since we currently we have no way of knowing which nonnative species will someday be invasive, it's better to keep as many exotics out of Florida as possible. The FWC Exotic Species Coordination Section strives to quickly respond to new nonnative species before they become established and practically impossible to eradicate. The sooner we hear about nonnative species sightings, the faster we can take action. We rely on the public to report nonnative species to us, and when we receive several reports in an area, it's time for us to investigate. You can help by learning about the native species in your area. While you're outdoors enjoying Florida's natural resources, let us know if you see an animal that may not be native. Collect as much information about the animal as possible: take photographs and GPS location data, make plaster castings of tracks, etc. Send an email to our nonnative species database manager at larry.connor@MyFWC.com. | ||
Our mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
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