Florida Population and Management Archive - Florida Page
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Estimated Annual Deer Kill
Data for 1951 to 2007 estimated from FWC graph)
1950 6,000
1951 6,500
1952 7,500
1953 9,000
1954 9,200
1955 10,000
1956 12,500
1957 13,000
1958 14,000
1959 15,000
1960 17,500
1961 24,000
1962 25,000
1963 27,000
1964 29,000
1965 32,000
1966 38,000
1967 40,000
1968 43,000
1969 42,500
1970 49,000
1971 49,500
1972 59,000
1973 58,000
1974 55,000
1975 55,000
1976 70,000
1977 86,000
1978 55,000
1979 72,000
1980 73,000
1981 68,000
1982 65,000
1983 77,000
1984 75,000
1985 80,000
1986 90,000
1987 108,000
1988 109,000
1989 85,000
1990 80,000
1991 82,000
1992 82,000
1993 105,000
1994 90,000
1995 83,000
1996 81,000
1997 61,000
1998: 90,000
1999 105,000
2000 117,000
2001 110,000
2002 108,000
2003 118,000
2004 110,000
2005 80,500
2006 101,000
2007 108,437
2008* 130,058
2009 151,679
2010 176,791
2011: 136,966
2012: 142,325
2013: 102,626
2014: 102,478
2016: 87,591
2017: 94,594
2018: 74,974
2019: 72,237
2020:
65,707
2021: 74,071
*2008 Estimated
National Deer Association Harvest Data for 2019 to 2021
Florida Deer Management Plan. 2008 - 2018
A list of articles in the Archive. Alphabetical Order by Year.
2021
Authorities teamed up to rescue a Key deer in the Lower Keys July 12, 2021, Florida
2020
Little deer creates big uproar on the Florida Keys March 16, 2020 Florida
White-tailed Deer of Florida 2020
Why we need to unite against chronic wasting disease and prevent it from entering Florida November 3, 2020
2019
Deer Hunting Forecast 2019, July 12, 2019, Florida
Florida Key Deer Among First Casualties of Gutted Endangered Species Act August 15, 2019 Florida
New deer hunting rules for the 2019-20 season April 2, 2019 Florida
Parker River Wildlife Refuge, Tell refuge to stop the deer hunts December 16, 2019 Florida,
Prescribed Burns planned on Big Pine Key Next Week October 22, 2019 Florida
Where to See Florida’s Key Deer July 13, 2019
2018
2018 Florida Deer Forecast October 27, 2018
2018 Impact of Hurricane Irma on Key Deer
Appeals Court Overturns Blackwater ‘Deer Dog’ Hunting Ruling April 11, 2018 Florida
Florida 2017-18 Deer Harvest
Hunter survey results on the 2015-16 hunting season
Key Deer: The Endangered Darlings of the Florida Keys and What We Can Do to Protect Them February 19, 2018 Florida
Where's the howl over the pet industry's decimation of Everglades wildlife September 14, 2018 Florida
2017
As pythons invade Florida, professional snake hunting becomes booming industry May 30, 2017
Deer dogs hunters clash with North Florida property owners September 17, 2017
Do you know when the peak deer rut occurs in your area? August 2, 2017 Florida
Don't feed the Key deer October 16, 2017 Florida
Federal agency agrees to allow more relief for flooded Everglades, deer June 27, 2017 Florida
Florida 2016-17 Deer Harvest October 2017
Florida panther population estimate updated February 22, 2017
FWC asks hunters to help monitor for CWD August 4, 2017 Florida
FWC uses prescribed fire as best management tool for maintaining wildlife habitat January 4, 2018 Florida
FWC uses prescribed fire as best management tool for maintaining wildlife habitat January 4, 2018 Florida,
How declining mammal populations in the Florida Everglades are linked to the invasive Burmese python October 31, 2017
Protecting America’s Smallest Deer April 14, 2017 Florida
The Key Deer Expedition July 11, 2017 Florida
2016
2016 Florida Key Deer Impact from ScrewWorm Outbreak
Emergency pumping increases during South Florida's winter soaking February 22, 2016
Everglades pythons found with deer, alligators, rats in their systems August 19, 2016 Florida,
Florida Forest Service shares importance of prescribed fires January 28, 2016
FWC must keep deer-dog hunters off private property October 10, 2016 Florida
FWC proposes changes to dog hunting laws September 14, Florida
FWC working with private landowners to conserve wildlife February 11, 2016 Florida
Most Southern forests privately owned September 13, 2016 Florida
Now, more Key deer being killed by cars December 2, 2016 Florida
On the prowl for the Florida panther July 30, 2016 Florida
On the prowl for the Florida panther July 30, 2016 Florida
2015
A Shifting Approach to Saving Endangered Species October 5, 2015 Florida
Annual Telephone Survey of Deer Hunters - Your Participation is Requested May 15, 2015 Florida
Box-R going back to nature December 2, 2015 Florida
Coyotes making home in Palmetto State in alarming numbers January 23, 2015 Florida
Florida deer hunting continues through Feb. 28 in Zone D February 6, 2016 Florida
Florida launches new deer hunt program August 27, 2015
Florida officials consider hunting at state parks June 16, 2015
Florida Panther Habitat Needed, Congressman Insists December 28, 2015
Florida Panthers Are Plentiful Enough, State Officials Say June 23, 2015
Florida Python Patrol wrestles with Everglades' giant snake problem February 28, 2015
FWC establishes deer management units, new deer hunting regulations February 5, 2015 Florida
FWC’s South Florida Deer Research Project July 2, 2015 Florida
Homework For Florida Deer Hunters September 5, 2015
How a Video Game Is Saving Wildlife From Being Run Over by Cars July 31, 2015 Florida
Hunting In State Parks Not A New Idea; What You Can Do August 9, 2015 Florida
Keep eye out for illegal saw palmetto berry harvests August 22, 2015 Florida
New Antler Rules for Florida’s 2015-16 Deer Season July 22, 2015
Panther on Southwest Florida road shot to death April 30, 2015
Seminole Tribe's cattle operation protects wildlife March 8, 2015 Florida
South Florida Deer Research Project Quarterly Update [PDF] July, 2015
South Florida Deer Research Project Quarterly Update: July – September 2015 [PDF] October 15, 2015
State may push to get panther off endangered species list June 5, 2015 Florida
Study finds Everglades pythons like saltwater mangroves as much as freshwater marshes April 28, 2015 Florida
The Snake That's Eating Florida April 5, 2015
Wildlife trafficker pleads guilty to illegal white-tailed deer activities March 9, 2015 Florida
2014
Deer Farmers Pleased with Farm Bill February 6, 2014
Deer hunting regulations, Antler Point Restrictions April 22, 2014 Florida
Deer Management in North Central Florida [PDF] April, 2014
East County wildlife deaths spurs concerns October 22, 2014 Florida,
Fake deer helps Sarasota deputies catch illegal hunters in the act April 9, 2014 Florida
Florida Deer Hunting Forecast for 2014 October 1, 2014
Florida lifts ban on silencers for game hunting November 21, 2014 WJXT
FWC looks to expand deer management units, new antler measures to the rest of Florida November 21, 2014
FWC modifies some hunting zones; adjusts turkey bag limit on private lands February 12, 2014 Florida
FWC Seeks Public Input on Deer Management in Central Florida March 21, 2014 Florida
Get out of the rut and into the rut - Deer huntin' lasts through March 2 in Zone D February 7, 2014 Florida
Gun Season Over, But Local Deer Hunting Lasts Through March 2 February 24, 2014 Florida
Merritt Island, Final Environmental Assessment, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Titusville, FL UH Plan - 2014
North & Central FL (Zones B & C) Deer Hunters: We Want To Hear From You! April 9, 2014 Florida, Florida Wildlife Commission
Plant in spring to ease stress of late summer March 15, 2014 Florida
Should hunters be allowed to use silencers? August 8, 2014 Florida
South Florida sees record number of panther deaths on roads November 28, 2014
State Sued Over Deer Dog Hunts In The Blackwater Forest November 13, 2014 Florida,
The Quick & Interesting Details of the Deer Management in North & Central Florida Report May 15, 2014
Wildlife Foundation to manage funds from 'deer tag' license plate July 29, 2014 Florida
2013
A mixed case for seasonal gratitude November 28, 2013 Florida
Bigger and better deer August 29, 2013 Florida
Changes would affect deer management in Northwest Florida August 26, 2013 Florida
Deer decline in South Florida September 6, 2013
Deer hunting active during the rut, timing in Florida January 4, 2013
Deer Hunting Changes Proposed August 16, 2013 Florida
Deer hunting proposed for Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge September 19, 2013 Florida
Deer hunting season brings big bucks November 8, 2013 Florida
Deer hunting zone split expected for 2014-15 season February 18, 2013 Florida
Endangered Species: Deer, Butterflies And Other Animals That You Never Knew Might Go Extinct March 18, 2013 Florida
Facebook posts lead to arrest of 4 in deer killings October 9, 2013 Florida
Fish and Wildlife Commission bans deer importation September 6, 2013 Florida
FL Deer Management Meetings Set January 10, 2013 Florida
Florida Considers Ban on Importing Deer to Prevent Chronic Wasting Disease May, 2013 Florida Wildlife Commission
Florida Delays Vote to Ban Deer Border Crossings June 13, 2013
Florida NRA urges FWC to ban importation of deer July 2, 2013
Florida wildlife officials seek to avoid flooding Everglades animals November 20, 2013
Florida's National Key Deer Refuge January 28, 2013
Florida’s Private Lands Deer Permit Program Proposal February 12, 2013
FWC Approves Draft Plan With New Deer Hunting Regulations For Northwest Florida, Antler Point Restrictions November 21, 2013 Florida
FWC Continues To Study New Deer Hunting Regulations For Northwest Florida December 29, 2013 Florida
FWC Deer Management Program Update January 9, 2013 Florida
FWC Deer Management Program Update March 24, 2013 Florida
FWC plans new deer harvest strategy for Panhandle, Antler Point Restrictions October 9, 2013 Florida
FWC Seeks Public Input on South Florida Deer Management July 5, 2013 Florida,
G&F Forecast: Best Counties For Florida Deer Hunting in 2013 October, 2013
Group forming to better protect deer December 8, 2013 Florida
Herd Status, Florida Deer Season, 2012 Forecast October 4, 2013
High water leads to fears of deer die-off August 23, 2013 Florida
Large numbers of whitetail deer are hard to figure October 26, 2013 Florida
Lawmakers object to expanding ban on out-of-state deer June 11, 2013 Florida
New Fla immigration debate:Secure the borders - against deer July 16, 2013 Florida,
Proposal To Allow Deer and Hog Hunting On Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge June 26, 2013 Florida,
Record Rainfall Could Threaten Everglades Wildlife August 1, 2013,
Robot deer helps make arrest in Sarasota County November 5, 2013 Florida
South Florida outdoors notebook, deer management July 18, 2013 S
Time to get Deer Feeders and Food Plots Going in Florida March 12, 2013 Florida
Where Will Wildlife Go in Saturated South Florida? August 6, 2013 Florida
Whitetails: The Rut Is On … In Florida July 5, 2013
Wild hogs cause lots of damage May 16, 2013 Florida
2012
Coyotes prey on deer in Southeastern US March 2, 2012 Florida
Deer have a taste for wildflowers January 20, 2012
Deer Population Down in the Everglades June 26, 2012 Florida
Fire is often a welcomed visitor for native vegetation, wildlife in Corkscrew ... March 21, 2012 Florida
Fish & Wildlife officials arrest more than 50 in poaching sting March 1, 2012 Florida
Future of Deer Management in Florida November 16, 2012
Key deer May 24, 2012 Florida
Marine sanctuary, wildlife refuges revamping plans April 28, 2012 Florida
Nature Conservancy, Surfrider Foundation Hosting Meeting Thursday on Marine Sanctuary Management April 24, 2012 Florida
Nature's way? Cougars in Florida December 8, 2012
Permits to hunt wildlife management areas (with dogs) September 11, 2012 Florida
The Barbie-sized Bambis of the Florida Keys February 17, 2012
Tracking the Big Snakes September 12, 2012 Florida
2011
Battle brewing over hunting proposal at Cypress Creek Preserve December 17, 2011 Florida
Big Cypress Preserve sees white-tailed deer flight June 13, 2011 Florida
Feds may reopen St. Johns National Wildlife Refuge to public after 40 years June 28, 2011 Florida
Florida's conservation fund again put on hold May 31, 2011
Hunting called off in national preserve in South Florida; deer populations decline June 10, 2011
New Hunting Regulations Approved as Deer Populations Decline June 8, 2011 Florida
Sea-Level Rise Impacts to Florida Key Deer [PDF] August 2, 2011
Tracking The Southern Rut December 28, 2011 Florida
Other Years
Declining Deer Population in Big Cyress National Preserve September 11, 2010 Florida
Neighborhood association suggests proposal to mediate dispute over injured deer August 18, 2010 Florida
Officials try to solve major deer decline in Stairsteps August 22, 2010 Florida
Screwworm infestation threatens tiny deer in Florida Keys October 3, 2016
White-Tailed Deer of Florida, J. Schaefer, M. Main 2006
Wildlife of Florida Factsheet: White-Tailed Deer, University of Florida IFAS Extension