FWC will issue over 7,300 alligator harvest permits this year. Though alligators are found most often in freshwater, they can tolerate some levels of saltwater for a short period of time. Choosing a hunting rifle should consider the caliber, weight, and power of the gun. Each permit authorizes the taking of two alligators within a specified Harvest Unit. There is a $272 fee for residents of Florida, $22 for residents with disabilities, and $1,022 for non-residents, who must pay the full amount. When first tagged, the alligator measured 6.4 feet, meaning it grew an average of 8.6 inches each year over nine years. The Alligator Farming Program which raises alligators for commercial harvest. Between Thursday and Nov. 1, Florida's population of 1.3 million alligators may drop by about 15,000. Alligator hunters must have a valid Florida hunting license, and must take an alligator hunting safety course. The Statewide Alligator Harvest Program enables the harvest of non- hatchling alligators, those greater than 18-inches, on specific public waters or within specific counties. Yet it also is a point of controversy between the FWCC and animal rights advocates based on fundamental disagreements over both the need for the program, and also the methods employed to manage the population. In the upcoming season, which will begin on August 19, 2022 and end on October 3, 2022, SUNSET will be open all summer. The Burmese python is now distributed across more than a thousand square miles of southern Florida, including all of Everglades National Park and areas to the north including Big Cypress National Preserve and Collier-Seminole State Forest. A permit is required to hunt alligators in Florida and can be obtained through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The statewide alligator hunt does not permit guests. More: Nuisance alligator found in Indian River Lagoon at Sewall's Point. Permits are assigned in each unit or county based on a calendar year. If you are one of the fortunate few that received a harvest permit and are not familiar with the hunt, you can hire a guide or outfitter as long as they are a licensed alligator trapper or agent. The Louisiana state government allows hunters to take down alligators as part of an outdoor adventure that allows visitors to see some of the states wildlife. No longer on the list of endangered species, today the prognosis for their long-term survival appears favorable. Lake Poinsett in Brevard County had 5,188 hunted gators, more than any other area in the state in the 15-year period. If finally approved, it would take effect with eggs collected next year. 169 0 obj <> endobj Some will say this is never an option and that human development should yield to the alligators; after all, they have been around for millions of years longer than humans.30 Others will contend that there is no such thing as a good alligator and, therefore, their complete elimination from Florida would be welcomed, perhaps like the disease-carrying mosquito.31 The vast majority of Florida residents, however, fall somewhere in between. That gator taken in the Pearl River/Ross Barnett Zone grew only 24.8 inches in the 13 years since being tagged June 14, 2007. Alligator skin is used to make boots, shoes, belts, and saddles, while alligator oil is used to grease cotton mills and steam engines. More than 300 hunters in Louisiana are estimated to have killed 800 alligators thanks to the states lottery system, which operates on nearly 40 wildlife management areas and public lakes throughout the state. If you think you can harvest an alligator like they do in the TV Reality Series Swamp People, then think again. The cut from 12 percent to 10 percent for alligators that are at least 48 inches long may seem small, but it's nevertheless a boon for ranchers and a sign that Louisiana's efforts to bolster the populationof wild alligators are paying off. Their skins are used to make boots, shoes, belts, and saddles. Someone who is authorized to hunt a permit holder may assist them in their hunt. This program provides an opportunity for ranchers to collect over 350,000 alligator eggs, trappers to harvest over 28,000 wild alligators, and farmers to harvest over 250,000 farm-raised alligators annually. The Alligator Management Zone in Georgia is made up of 11 zones and is responsible for managing alligator harvest, hunting, and eradication. They are quick and it only takes a second to lose a finger, a hand, or worse. As their population rebounded, today reaching an estimated 1.2 million in Florida, species management is necessary. Try to approach an alligator as quietly as you can, using either an electric trolling motor or paddles. Alligators are wary of bright lights. In order to hunt alligators, you need a license from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. On hooks and lines, alligator hunters may use firearms (except shotguns) to harvest free swimming alligators or dispatch them. In order to ensure that population trends didnt reverse course, many other statutory and regulatory protections were implemented and remain in place today. Orange Lake ranked third with 3,110 alligators hunted. People have observed alligators feeding on carp floating in the waterways following a die-off and feeding on live carp. If youre catching a research alligator, make sure to keep a record of the tag number (usually six digits), length, tail notch(es), and sex of the animal. 27 Seelbinder v. County of Volusia, 827 So. (to control the number of alligators that may be harvested from each area). Luckily for themand not so much for usalligators will regrow their teeth quickly. Alligator hunting is regulated by state wildlife agencies, and laws vary from state to state. The FWC receives over 15,000 applications each year and only issues around 7,000 permits. 38 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 2016 Guide to Alligator Hunting in Florida. Some tips from the FWC on how to hunt alligators: The number of alligators harvested in previous hunts: Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Association. 2012). Although alligators can be found in ponds, lakes, canals, rivers, swamps, and bayous in Louisiana, they are most common in our coastal marshes. Growing up to 14 feet in length,18 with 75 to 80 sharp teeth, and thousands of pounds per square inch of bite strength, many of the human encounters with this apex predator end in serious injury and sometimes death. 3d 915, 918-19 (Fla. 4th DCA 2012). Ranchers wont actually be able to return the lower percentage until 2018 at the earliest. The Florida alligator hunting laws are quite simple. Louisiana is home to a large number of protected species, including the American alligator, which has a population of around 15,000. A Mozambique court has sentenced a Vietnamese woman to 16 years in prison for possession and trafficking of lion and rhinoceros parts. All told, alligator ranching is estimated to be a $100 million industry in Louisiana, Elsey said. Conclusion Alligator hunters finished the season strong after a slow start. Like so many areas of the law, environmental law and policy is a balancing act. If you submit false information or multiple applications, you will be disqualified. In some states, alligator hunting is only allowed during a specific season and with a permit, while in other states no permit is required. Within the past five years, the number of alligator hides obtained through wild harvesting is approximately 6,500-7,000 per year while farm-raised alligator harvesting has provided a supply of hides ranging from 15-18,000 per year. 191 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<8CBFE19D2ED2B647BBAA00E4105AE958>]/Index[169 33]/Info 168 0 R/Length 108/Prev 365416/Root 170 0 R/Size 202/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream A statewide alligator hunt permit is required to take alligators on a statewide basis in Florida. The largest in Sarasota County was 12 feet, 6 inches out of Curry Creek. Elsey said the hunting and ranching program differs from some other methods of species conservation. In addition to the number of chances and percentage of applicants selected, the department has posted a map with a list of the 48 areas. 620 S. Meridian St. Tallahassee, FL (850) 488-4676 It wont take long before you notice a set of eyes perched just above the water level, keeping a lookout for any activity or maybe a potential meal. Harvest can only take place during the day, not at night. Louisiana now has the most alligators in North America, which is a huge advantage. Thats not what a Florida doctor took out, state says, Florida man gets 6 years for bilking millions in PPP loans. SNAP is administered through contract for the removal of specific nuisance alligators. To apply, applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a credit or debit card, which can be used at any bank. Angie Douthit, South County Inshore & Freshwater: December 2021, 2020 Roland Martin Marine Center Series Results. It is legal, however, to keep an alligator in some states. Alligators may only be harvested by residents who do not own land and are accompanied by an alligator guide during the sport season. The ownership of exotic pets is not regulated in five states, according to Born Free USA, a national animal advocacy nonprofit. With over 1 million print readers per month and the industrys most expansive distribution network, we have emerged as one of the largest outdoor publications in the United States and abroad, thus solidifying our place as a preferred resource. Because of its lightweight frame and lack of power, the 22 rimfire is a popular hunting rifle. But instead of hooves and horns, his livestock have scales and claws, and sometimes they put their food into what's known as a "death roll.". If you are new to the sport, then do your research, plan your hunt a year in advance, hire a qualified guide or outfitter, and hope the permit lottery falls in your favor. Hunting season generally runs from August 15 through November 1 of each year. Between 1880 and 1933, more than 3.5 million alligators were killed, a rate greater than 64,000 per year. Heres what to know, Signs of Everglades recovery emerge. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission takes alligator protection very seriously. The West Zone will open its doors on September 1. Since the time 2003-2005, this area of the Mississippi Delta has seen a tremendous increase in the Asian carp population, the MWDFP stated. Sign up for the For The Win newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, An historic California gold-mining town located at an elevation of 8,375 feet islike most of the Eastern Sierrablanketed in deep (). When an alligator hunter reaches his or her quota, all hooks and lines must be removed from the water. Recreational hunting is just one part of the FWC's overall approach to managing the alligator population. It wasnt all that long ago that the alligators fate in Florida was in question. In addition, the state's hunting program allows about 40,000 wild alligators to be harvested each year. Numerous alligator encounters have been documented and reported by the media, many of which ended in serious injury or death. Cast members have been seen making between $10,000 and $25,000 per episode, depending on their roles. Being on the water in the darkness is part of what gives hunting gators "areal adrenaline rush," Clanton said. The program has helped waterfowl, fish species and fur bearers, and that has benefited marsh-oriented businesses, like swamp tour companies and airboat operators. 0 The recreational program, established in 1988, contains alligator management units that set quotas based on annual population assessments and management objectives, FWC spokeswoman Tammy Sapp said. Since at least 1962, WRD has used scientifically valid, survey methodology to get estimates of not only deer harvest, but also harvest estimates of other game species. More than 15,000 applications were submitted for7,679 permits to hunt alligators during the 11-week season, according to theFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Its not always easy to tell when its time to take a reptile, but it generally goes something like this: $500 for the reptile 7 feet or smaller, and $500 for the reptiles over 7 feet. 14 See Stephanie Pappas, Cannibalism Weeds Out Baby Alligators, Live Science (May 29, 2011), available at http://www.livescience.com/14368-cannibalism-baby-alligators-florida.html. You can complete the alligator harvest report form online or by submitting a printed hardcopy. Customers who have a valid FWC Resident Disability License are exempt from the purchase of an Alligator Trapping Agent License. Alligator hunting was established in 1988, due to the growing need for population control over the 1.3 million alligators in Florida. The alligator trapping license/harvest permit and two hide validation CITES tags are $272 for residents of Florida, $22 for disabled Florida residents, and $1,022 for non-residents. Rather, officials see the alligators as a resource, and they want to encourage wise utilization of that resource.. 620 S. Meridian St. Tallahassee, FL (850) 488-4676 Do you have a hunting permit or license in Florida to hunt alligators? 44 There are the mid-1970s, with stronger laws and more effective enforcement in place, the population was showing signs of recovery. 36 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 2015 Florida Black Bear Hunt Summary Report; David Shiffman, 298 Bears Killed in Florida Hunt that Ignored Science, Washington Post, Oct. 29, 2015, available at https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/speaking-of-science/wp/2015/10/29/298-bears-killed-in-florida-hunt-that-ignored-science/?utm_term=.42cf5cfab9a9. 22 See Palumbo v. State Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, 487 So. The American alligator is a reptile scientifically classified in the Family Alligatoridae. The ubiquitous nature of alligators in Florida might make it difficult for Florida residents, whether landowners, invitees, or trespassers to claim they were not aware of the potential presence of alligators in lakes, ponds, and rivers. This year, hunters in Louisiana will be treated to 30 tags for hunting alligators on Cross Lake and Bistineau Lake. Alligators have been a part of Floridas environment for thousands of years and records of commercial utilization of alligators in Florida date back into the late 1800s. Each year, a total of 5,000 hunting permits are issued, and hunters can only hunt two alligators during each season. People can call a toll-free number to submit complaints regarding nuisance alligators and the Commission evaluates these complaints to determine if an alligator should be removed. 2012). After all, to live in Florida is to coexist among these ancient reptilian predators. The longest alligator killed in Florida was a14-foot, 3.5-inch monsterweighing 654 pounds hunted Nov. 1, 2010, by Robert "Tres" Ammerman atLake Washington in Brevard County. Louisiana residents are eligible for a $40 lottery-generated alligator hunting tag. Its a little opposed to the method of total protection, hands-off, she said. Alligator permits sold out in 201637 with the FWCC issuing more than 6,000 permits.38 Two types of hunting licenses are generally offered: by county or by harvest unit. Owner John Price checks on his alligators Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016, at the Insta-Gator Ranch and Hatchery near Covington. That samenumber will be the distance,infeet, from the tip of the animal'ssnout to the tip of its tail. When the program was first implemented, the percentage of hatched 48-inch alligators that had to be released into the wild within two years was 17 percent. A larger caliber would be more powerful, but it would also increase the likelihood of causing damage. The use of baited hooks, gig-equipped bang sticks, or firearms for taking alligators is prohibited except that bang sticks are permitted for taking alligators attached to a restraining line. ALLIGATOR FACT SHEET HISTORY The American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) has changed little from its original form some 180 million years ago. There is no federal law against alligator hunting, so it is generally legal in the United States. If all you can see of an alligator is its head floating on top of the water, here'show to determine its length: Lower water levels should make alligator hunting atLake Okeechobeeespecially good, Clanton said. Most were sold for boots, shoes, saddles and other leather goods. The largest in Manatee was 12 feet, 9 inches hunted at an unspecified location in the county. In Florida, crocodiles are protected as a federally endangered species. Photos of the alligator, hunters and tag courtesy of Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks. Visitors to Louisiana enjoy a wide range of activities, one of which is visiting the swamps. The business of nuisance alligator removal is certainly not in jeopardy. The average size of the 2,552 alligators harvested in 2000 was 8 feet 8 inches; the average of the 8,402 killed in 2018 was 8 feet 2 inches. There are an estimated 800,000 alligators on ranches and more than a million in the wild in Louisiana. These conditions are compelling alligators to relocate in search of more suitable areas.16, Therefore, not surprisingly, with Floridas alligator population around 1.2 million, more of them on the move, and the human population approaching an all-time high of 20 million people,17 encounters with these prehistoric creatures are inevitable. "A$WH2/NV@L %`700@g`` J An alligatormust be at least 18 inches long from snoutto tail to harvest. Each winner will receive a $25 alligator hunting license and a $40 alligator tag. Also on FTW: Watch as a bear gets touchy-feely with a shocked jogger. Floridas wetlands support only two of twenty-three different species of crocodilians in the world. Florida, the sunshine state teeming with alligators. Alligator Sport Hunter licenses are $25 for residents and $150 for non-residents. They can swim and eat, and their numbers have risen dramatically in recent years as a result of their popularity as pets. 46 See Care 2 Petitions, Stop the Alligator Hunt!, http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/stop-the-alligator-hunt/. Habitat preferences and several physical characteristics distinguish the American alligator from the American crocodile. Many alligators have been marked for research by biologists with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. However, millions of years of evolutionary development have made the species very adept at concealing themselves, making it difficult for those unfamiliar with Floridas natural landscape, such as non-native tourists, travelers, or visitors, to discover their presence before it is too late. If you do not have a Florida drivers license or an identification card, you cannot apply online. 24 Latin, of a wild nature or disposition. The hunters caught the 12-foot, 1-inch alligator in Forest Home Chute off the Mississippi River south of Eagle Lake last week and turned in the tag, as reported this week by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks. The alligator population in this state is estimated at 1.3 million alligators of every size and has been stable for many years. Its a well-known fact that Florida has a lot of alligators. 19 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Alligator Bites on People in Florida. 7 See, e.g., Endocrine Disruptors Start a Medical Revolution: From Alligators to Humans, Science Daily (Jan. 5, 2014), available at https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140105102505.htm. Alligator Protections Under the Law Phase 1 random drawing application deadlines are May 17 at 10 a.m. and May 27 at 5 p.m. A permit allows hunters to harvest two alligators from a designated harvest unit or county. 47 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 2016 Guide to Alligator Hunting in Florida, http://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/managed/alligator/. When they get larger, the scales are too big. endstream endobj 170 0 obj <. The permits will be issued in random drawings over four periods. The . 2015). He is the environmental services and facilities director for the City of Tallahassee. Of nonvenomous animal fatalities, a majority (approximately 72 per year) resulted from interactions with mammals or dogs (Forrester et al. Alligators can be hunted using a variety of methods, including firearms, bows, and spears. Attacks like this are horrifying, but relatively uncommon, considering there are approximately 1.3 million alligators in Florida, and more than 21 million people. 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