Florida panther mortality update
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission sent this bulletin at 09/18/2020 01:19 PM EDT
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The FWC has updated the “Panther Pulse” page with mortality information through September 18, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. This information can be viewed at: https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/panther/pulse/
The remains of a 3-4 year-old Florida panther (UCFP388) were collected on September 18, 2020 on CR846, approximately one mile east of Dupree Road in Collier County (467289, 2922144). The suspected cause of death was vehicle collision.
Biologists gain valuable information by examining panther remains. Report injured or dead panthers to the FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922).
Florida residents can support panther conservation efforts by purchasing a "Protect the Panther" license plate. Fees from license plate sales are the primary funding source for the FWC’s research and management of Florida panthers. You can purchase a plate at https://myfloridaspecialtyplate.com/protect-the-panther.html
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