Funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Supports FWRI Research Projects
Written By: Wendy Quigley
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Research Information Center
Written By: Research Information Center Section
The Research Information Center (RIC) is a technical research library. The public is welcome to come in and use our resources, which include a broad range of marine science and environmental information. |
Interview With a Scientist
Written By: Jessica Pernell
Take a glimpse into the life of a scientist. Our current featured researcher is Angela Collins. |
Important Contacts
Written By: Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
You can help the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) protect species by providing information, such as sightings of tagged manatees or injured sea turtles. |
Florida Freshwater and Tidal Stream Fish Distribution Mapping: Phase I - Panhandle
Written By: Gary Mohr - Center For Spacial Analysis
This project employed Geographic Information System (GIS) applications and modeling software to generate maps of the potential habitats for 55 species of freshwater fish known to occur in Florida's panhandle region. |
Frequently Asked Questions About Suwannee River Sturgeon
Written By: Outreach Coordination
View answers to some frequently asked questions about Gulf sturgeon and encounters boaters have had with jumping sturgeon in the Suwannee River. |
Living with Gulf Sturgeon
Written By: Karen Parker
Learn about the Gulf sturgeon, the problem boaters have had with these large jumping fish, and how you can reduce your risk of impact. |
Map Showing Sturgeon Strikes in the Suwannee River
Written By: Jessica Pernell
View a map showing the Suwannee River and locations of sturgeon strikes for 2006-2009. |
Press on Suwannee Sturgeon
Written By: Jessica Pernell
Read press releases from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission about sturgeon collisions in the Suwannee River |
Subscription Information
Written By: FWRI
As a subscriber, you will receive free information about specific topics of interest related to the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute. |
Marine Mammal Publications
Written By: Katalin Jacob
View a bibliography of publications by staff members in the Marine Mammal subsection. |
Press Release
Public health resource guide on harmful algal blooms now available
Written By: Carli Segelson
Released July 7, 2009 |
History of Florida’s Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force
Written By: The Fish and Wildlife Health Group
Learn more about harmful algal blooms, creation of the Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force, its Technical Advisory Group, and past funded projects. |
Florida Coral Rules and Regulations
Written By: Mike Colella
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 Online Boating and Angling Guide to Tampa Bay
Written By: Center For Spatial Analysis
The online Boating and Angling Guide to Tampa Bay complements the printed version. This site contains all information found in the printed version as well as both detailed and interactive maps. Users may zoom and print specific sections of the guide. |
Press Release
Biologists rescue elusive manatee in Key Largo
Written By: Carli Segelson
Released April 30, 2009 |
Quick Maps
Written By: Center For Spatial Analysis
Many GIS data layers from the Center For Spatial Analysis have been converted to Google Earth-compatible files
for easy viewing within the free Google Earth viewer. These files were updated late 2008-early 2009 and are considered 'static.'
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Specimen Information Services (SIS)
Written By: FWRI Specimen Information Services
SIS staff members manage and maintain a reference collection of preserved biological specimens and associated ecological databases. |
Specimen Information Services Collection Intern
Written By: Specimen Information Services (SIS)
Primary interns' responsibilities are assisting with various collection tasks related to maintaining biological specimens according to museum protocols, taxonomic identifications, and support of ongoing projects by FWRI scientists. |
Red Tide Volunteer Monitoring Program
Written By: Harmful Algal Bloom Group
Read information about the volunteer program for monitoring state red tides. |
Contact Us
Written By: Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Links provided to help you navigate our site |
Publications
Written By: Cristina Carollo and Dave Reed
Listing of peer reviewed publications for the GAME Project |
 Marine GIS Data CD
Written By: Center For Spatial Analysis
In September of 2008, FWRI compiled a collection of marine GIS data layers in shapefile format. These data are available on the Marine Resources GIS data 2008 cd. |
Press Release
FWC records high counts during statewide manatee survey
Written By: Carli Segelson
Released January 28, 2009 |
ECOHAB: Karenia
Written By: Harmful Algal Bloom Group
The Ecology and Oceanography of Harmful Algal Blooms (ECOHAB) program is a national study of harmful algal blooms. ECOHAB: Karenia is a subproject that focuses on Karenia brevis, the Florida red tide organism. |
