FWC seeking public feedback on draft documents for Florida reef gecko

FWC Photo by Kevin Christman

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking input on management documents related to the Florida reef gecko (Sphaerodactylus notatus notatus) listing determination. These documents include the Species Action Plan (SAP) and Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines (Guidelines). The SAP and Guidelines direct conservation for the species. Visit MyFWC.com/Listing for more information on the documents and state listing process.  

How to comment 

Written comments will be accepted between April 21, 2025 and June 06, 2025. Please email comments to Imperiled@MyFWC.com. If you would like to comment, but are unable to do so in the timeframe, or if you prefer an alternate format in which to comment, please contact Imperiled@MyFWC.com. 

Webinars during the public comment period 

Key information on the SAP and Guidelines will be presented at two public webinars. The webinars also offer an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback on the documents. Each webinar will offer the same information. Participation in the webinar will require access to a computer or phone for audio-only access. A copy of the webinar slides will be published online for interested parties who are unable to attend.  

Information on how to join the webinars is available at MyFWC.com/Listing.

Webinars are scheduled for the following dates: 

Wednesday, May 7, 2-3:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) 

Friday, May 9, 12-1:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) 

Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting should notify the agency at least 10 calendar days before the meeting by calling 850-488-6411 or contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or 800-955-8770 (Voice), if you are hearing or speech impaired. If you believe that you have been discriminated against in any program, activity or facility, or if you need more information, contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at: FWC, Office of Human Resources, 620 S Meridian Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399, 850-488-6411 Or write to: Office of Diversity, Inclusion & Civil Rights, Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20240.