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Florida votes to move forward with bear hunt: See where black bears may be harvested

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissioners voted 4-1 May 21 to have a black bear hunt for 23 days in December, but the measure must be voted on again in August to be finalized.

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State board endorses first Florida bear hunt since 2015

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Florida has a bear hunt planned for December

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Florida moves closer to reinstating black bear hunting with new rule proposal

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved proposed black bear hunting rule amendments for advertising ahead of a final vote in August 2025.

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Florida wildlife panel moves forward with bear hunt plans

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FWC votes in favor of first black bear hunt in decade amid backlash

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'Bear'ly believable: Ring cam catches furry midnight prowler at Tallahassee home

A Killearn woman had a scary encounter as a bear was sighted on her Ring doorbell camera just after midnight. Samantha Haas said her family's house lies near Kerry Forest Parkway and Velda Dairy Road — due to the sighting taking place at night she said she was grateful there wasn't busy traffic.

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For trophies or conservation? Florida is one step closer to bear hunt 2025 after FWC vote

Black bears were listed as threatened in 2012, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission held an unpopular hunt in 2015.

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FWC to hold vote on controversial black bear hunting proposal amid growing population concerns

The proposal includes strict permit rules that would be determined based on bear population numbers in each region of the state.

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Florida Man Recounts Being Attacked by Bear While Protecting His Dog in Harrowing 911 Call

No, it's not the Florida alligators or even a coastal animal causing trouble—it's a black bear and her cub. In the early morning hours of May 15, local 911 dispatchers received a distressing call from a dog dad who was bitten by a black bear in his backyard.

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Everything You Need To Know To Avoid A Deadly Encounter With Florida's Dangerous Bears

What do you do if you see a black bear in Florida while hiking or camping? Here's what you need to know to avoid your wildlife encounter turning dangerous.

Despite fatal attack, wildlife advocates outraged over Florida bear hunt revival

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is considering a proposal to reinstate an annual bear hunt. Opponents argue the proposal relies on outdated data and contradicts the FWC's bear management plan.