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Learn about Florida's smalltooth sawfish and the research that biologists are doing to help protect this endangered species. This section also contains information on how to report sawfish sightings, which the FWC encourages citizens to do. Read more about sawfish–including our recent publications.


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Smalltooth sawfish research is being conducted by scientists with the FWC's Fish and Wildlife Research Institute.


One species, the smalltooth sawfish, is found in Florida waters. Due to lack of research, little is known about this species. To resolve this issue, studies on the smalltooth sawfish are underway.


Do you have questions about sawfish? Read the Sawfish FAQs for answers.


Very little is known about this spectacular fish, so scientists at FWC’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute initiated a research program to learn more.


Sawfish are culturally important to many native societies around the world. They are considered symbols of strength, spirituality, and admiration.


Selected references on sawfish research










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