33% increase in Florida wild animal assistance calls due to population growth.

Florida's growing population has led to a 33% increase in calls for assistance related to wild animals within the last five years, according to a presentation set to be reviewed by the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Bears, coyotes, and raccoons are among the animals involved in interactions with humans, while no changes are proposed for the Wildlife Assistance Program.

April 29, 2024
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