What’s New on Ask IFAS: Wildlife Ecology and Conservation (Nov.–Dec.)

Commonly Asked Questions About Coyotes in Florida 

Martin Main; Hance Ellington, Mark Hostetler, Steven Johnson (Contributor) 

There are many perspectives and misconceptions regarding coyotes (Canis latrans) in Florida. Some people enjoy seeing and hearing coyotes and consider them important components of Florida ecosystems. Others consider them a nuisance or a threat. This publication provides basic information about coyotes and specifically addresses questions people ask about coyotes. The intended audience is anyone who is concerned about or interested in learning more about coyotes in Florida.

Dove Fields in Florida (2025)

Brandon McDonald, Mark Mauldin, Kalyn Waters, Andrew Fanning, Jon Creamer, Marcus Lashley, Carolina Baruzz

Mourning doves are the most hunted and widely distributed game bird in North America, with millions harvested each year. Both year-round resident birds and seasonal migrants live throughout Florida and people hunt them during the fall dove season. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages them federally, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission handles their management in Florida. This publication is intended for landowners and land managers who are interested in using dove fields, or food plots, for dove hunting. Information on what is legal when hunting doves on dove fields can be found at the end of the publication.

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Posted: January 9, 2026


Category: Agriculture, Natural Resources, Recreation, Wildlife
Tags: Coyotes, Doves, Florida Master Naturalist Program, North Florida Research And Education Center, Range Cattle Research And Education Center


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