Florida is Bear Country
By taking a few simple actions, you can keep  your family and community safer, protect your property and your bank account, and help keep bears from getting hurt on the roads and in our neighborhoods. From schools to homeowner associations to vacation rental providers, there are also potential financial implications for not informing others about the presence of bears. Through this website, the Central Florida Zoo and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are here to help.

Bears and Us     

Stash that Trash

 With a sense of smell 7 times better than a bloodhound, our trash can lure bears out of the woods into our backyards. Get wise about keeping your family and neighbors safe.

Show Me How

Bear Education     

Florida Standards-Based Curriculum

 Educate children about Florida's bears using these 10 lessons that can also be taught individually. 

Let's See the Lessons

Photo: U.S. Air Force | Tech. Sgt. Heather Redman