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Plan Name: Third Revision of the Florida Panther Recovery Plan
Plan Status: Final Revision 3
Plan Date: 18-Dec-08
Lead Agency: USFWS
Lead Office: South Florida Ecological Services Field Office ( (772) 562-3909 )
Species Action Priority # Action # Action Description Action Status Est. Initiation Date Est. Completion Date Responsible Parties Work Type Labor Type Action Comments Implementation Activities
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.1.1.1. Develop Safe Harbor Agreements Not Started Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budget of Federal agency.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.1.1.2. Focus available incentive programs to restore and enhance habitat Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budget of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.1.1.3. Explore the creation of new panther conservation incentive programs Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, City and county agencies, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.1.4.1. Revise and implement the preliminary project proposal developed for expansion of FPNWR Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Acquisition: Fee Title Internal Technical Assistance Cost dependent upon land prices.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.1.1.4.2. Modify existing land appraisal procedures Not Started City and county agencies Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.1.1.4.3. Conduct an annual review of Florida Forever projects and rate them with respect to panther conservation values Ongoing Not Current FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.1.5. Identify and support local initiatives to protect habitat and purchase development rights Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.2.1. Create a Federal/State working group to coordinate permit review and consultation Not Started U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, Florida Department of Transportation, Environmental Protection Agency , Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, City and county agencies, Water Management Districts located in south Florida, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Federal Highway Administration Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.2.2. Track permits, especially incidental take and compensation received, issued through Federal and State regulatory programs Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency , Florida Department of Transportation, U.S. Forest Service, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies. Much of the information is available, but needs interagency coordination.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.2.3.1. Ensure that panther conservation and protection of habitat is included in the State Clearinghouse reviews of Federal Activities Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.2.3.2. Ensure that the section 7 consultation process is utilized and that the best available science is used in development of biological opinions Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency , U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.2.3.3. Avoid adverse effects to habitat (including prey) attributable to CERP and other water management projects Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance Cost for identifying effects is included in standard operating budgets of agencies. Additional funds are needed for monitoring.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.2.4.1. Provide review and recommendations to FDEP, Dept of Community Affairs, WMDs, and other State agencies on permit applications that can potentially impact habitat Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.2.4.2. Work with counties and municipalities to modify and amend Comprehensive Plans to include the goal of no net loss of quantity, or functionality of habitat in Primary, Secondary, and Dispersal Zones Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, City and county agencies, South Florida counties Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.2.4.3. Develop a mechanism for providing compensation for projects that affect small acreages (e.g. single family residences) of habitat Partially Complete FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, City and county agencies, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.2.4.4. Initiate and encourage landscape level HCPs where proposed non-Federal actions or projects will impact panthers or their habitat Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, City and county agencies, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.3.1.1. Quantitatively assess factors that define dispersal corridors and use least cost pathways analysis to identify potential habitat corridors Ongoing Current FY 2005 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Species Expert Note: duration is 2-3 years
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.3.1.2. Restore habitat in potential corridors identified by least cost pathways analysis Ongoing Current Private industry, landowners, etc., City and county agencies, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance Cost dependent upon number of willing landowners.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.3.1.3.1. Secure the Dispersal Zone Ongoing Current FY 2008 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, City and county agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Acquisition: Easement Internal Technical Assistance Cost dependent upon number of willing landowners and land prices.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.3.1.3.2. Secure Camp Keais Strand Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, City and county agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost dependent upon number of willing landowners and land prices.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.3.1.3.3. Secure a corridor between BCNP and Okaloacoochee Slough Ongoing Current FY 2010 Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), City and county agencies, Private industry, landowners, etc., Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Division of Forestry Acquisition: Easement Internal Administrative Cost dependent upon number of willing landowners and land prices.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.3.1.3.4. Consider maintenance of habitat corridors for panthers during Everglades restoration to avoid isolation of the ENP subpopulation Not Started U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.3.2. Maintain spatial extent and arrangement Partially Complete FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Natural Resources Conservation Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Acquisition: Fee Title Internal Technical Assistance Cost dependent upon land prices.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.1.4.1. Ensure that panther habitat needs are incorporated in the planning of new roads and road expansion projects. Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, City and county agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Department of Community Affairs Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.4.2. Identify current and planned roads that could affect panthers, eliminate roads where possible, and retrofit priority areas with crossings and fencing as appropriate to promote connectivity and dispersal Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, City and county agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Department of Community Affairs Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Cost to retrofit priority areas will be site specific.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.1.4.3. Secure habitat adjacent or contiguous to areas of high risk for panther-vehicle collisions Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, City and county agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Department of Community Affairs Acquisition: Fee Title Internal Technical Assistance Cost will be site specific.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.1.4.4. Determine the impacts of roads on range expansion and dispersal Partially Complete FY 2010 Public and private universities, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Migration Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.2.1. Identify and prioritize tracts suitable for restoration Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Natural Areas Inventory, Public and private universities, Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.2.2. Provide incentives and mechanisms for restoration of agricultural and range lands Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.2.3. Develop/expand funding mechanisms and other incentives for habitat restoration Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.2.4.1. Facilitate and conduct habitat restoration research Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Public and private universities, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Habitat Status Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.2.4.2. Monitor and evaluate restoration projects Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Public and private universities, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Habitat Status Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.3.1. Develop, disseminate, and implement best management practices for managing habitat Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, Natural Resources Conservation Service, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.3.2.1. Formalize a network of south Florida public land managers Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.3.2.2. Prepare, review, and implement habitat management plans for public lands Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: General Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.3.2.3. Track habitat management activities and their effects on panthers Ongoing Current FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Natural Areas Inventory, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: General Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.3.3.1. Provide incentives and assistance to willing landowners Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.3.3.2. Provide incentives and work with landowners to encourage them not to convert their lands to less suitable habitat. Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance Costs will be site specific
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.3.3.3. Review and comment on county stewardship plans. Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Land Use Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.4.1. Quantify 24-hour habitat use and movement patterns Ongoing Current FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service Research: Habitat Requirements Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.4.2. Update Kautz et al. maps every 5 years. Ongoing Current FY 2010 Public and private universities, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Habitat Requirements Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.1.1. Convene a group of agency and independent experts to conduct an appropriate PVA. Partially Complete FY 2006 Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey, National Park Service, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Research: Demographic Studies Contract
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.5.1.2. Continue to determine and monitor demographic variables Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Demographic Studies Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.1.3. Develop and implement annual capture and monitoring work plans Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Population Assessment Species Expert Costs included in item 1.1.6.1.2.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.5.2.1. Continue to monitor physical and physiological characteristics correlated with inbreeding and depletion of generic variability Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Population Assessment Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.5.2.2. Develop and implement a genetics management plan Partially Complete Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Public and private universities, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Population Assessment Species Expert Costs for remaining years to be determined.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.2.3. Develop a population model to predict future genetic consequences of management proposals and actions Partially Complete FY 2006 Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey, National Park Service, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Research: Demographic Studies Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.1.1. Identify harassment activities Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Other Information Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.1.2.1 Manage public access to minimize harassment opportunities Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: General Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.3.1.2.2. Develop ORV management plans where ORVs are allowed. Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: General Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.3.1.2.3. Enforce regulations and statutes regarding discharge of firearms, explosive devices, or other loud noise sources Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Law Enforcement Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.3.1.3.1. Post and maintain regulatory and informational signs Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Field Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.1.3.2. Enforce existing laws and regulations Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Law Enforcement Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.2. Enforce existing Federal laws and State laws and regulations to minimize and prevent illegal killing Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Law Enforcement Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.3.1.1. Convene a working group to prioritize and address actions needed in panther vehicle collision areas Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Transportation, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 2 -3 years. Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies and groups
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.3.1.2. Secure funding for and install wildlife crossings and fencing in high risk areas Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Transportation, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Costs will be site specific
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.3.1.3. Evaluate and implement other mechanisms to prevent mortalities on roads Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Transportation, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Cost depends on mechanism and site.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.3.2 Build mechanisms into permits for road projects to provide for adaptive management for panther mortality and or other unforeseen problems Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Department of Transportation, U.S. Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.3.3.3. Develop new strategies to prevent road mortalities or injuries Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Transportation, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Other Information Internal Technical Assistance Cost depends upon technology.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.3.3.4. Enforce existing speed zones, monitor effectiveness, and modify as needed Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Highway Patrol, National Park Service, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Law Enforcement Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.3.4.1 Provide adequate resources and facilities for rehabilitation of panthers that might be injured or orphaned during capture and monitoring efforts Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Captive Standards and Veterinary Care Internal Technical Assistance Cost depends in part upon individual operating costs for each facility.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.3.4.2. Develop, implement, review, and revise protocols (i.e. research, monitoring, capture, handling) as needed to minimize risks to panthers Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: General Species Expert Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.4.1.1 Continuously evaluate the value of specific vaccinations and review all vaccination protocols annually Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Disease Control Species Expert Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.5.4.1.2. Revise vaccination protocols as appropriate considering new disease threats as they arise Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Disease Control Species Expert Cost depends on threat, included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.5.4.2.1. Collect appropriate tissue and blood samples from all panthers handled, both live and dead, and analyze them for the presence of priority diseases and parasites Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Disease Control Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.4.2.2. Evaluate the disease threats presented by other species including bobcats and domestic cats and identify any needed management intervention Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Management: Disease Control Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 1.1.5.4.2.3. Implement appropriate management strategies for disease and parasite monitoring and control Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Disease Control Species Expert Case specific costs
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.5.1. Produce a summary report and database of contaminants in panthers and their environment in south Florida Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Environmental Protection Agency , Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Environmental Contaminants Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.5.2. Continue to monitor contaminants, especially mercury and endocrine disruptors, in panthers and their prey Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Environmental Contaminants Species Expert Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.5.3. Implement actions necessary to remediate contaminants in high risk areas Not Started U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Environmental Protection Agency , Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, National Park Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Cost will be site specific.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.6.1.1. Assess and monitor the status of deer populations in panther habitat Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, Florida Division of Forestry, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Other Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.6.1.2. Develop deer harvest regulations that do not compromise the panther prey base and take into consideration food requirements of the panther Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, Florida Division of Forestry, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Regulations Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.6.1.3. Continue to monitor the impacts on panthers of hunting on public and private lands in panther habitat Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, Florida Division of Forestry, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.6.2. Encourage management/control of feral hog populations that does not threaten the panther Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Costs to be determined for remaining years
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.6.3.1. Continue statewide monitoring for chronic wasting disease and other emerging wildlife and domestic animal diseases and implement available eradication or control methods Ongoing Current FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, National Park Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Disease Control Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.6.3.2. Identify, map, and appropriately monitor and regulate exotic animal operations that could serve as a source of infection for wild populations Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Disease Control Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.6.3.3. Coordinate with the southeastern states to review protocols and regulations that require imported ungulates to be disease free Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Disease Control Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.1.5.7.1. Develop guidance for the removal of panthers from the wild Partially Complete FY 2008 Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), National Park Service, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Management: General Species Expert Note: Duration is 1 - 2 years
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.7.2 Evaluate the need for and establish, if necessary, a captive breeding program Obsolete Prior to FY 1995 FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Captive Standards and Veterinary Care Internal Technical Assistance Costs to be determined
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.7.3. Evaluate the role of alternative breeding strategies Obsolete Prior to FY 1995 FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Captive Standards and Veterinary Care Species Expert Cost included in item 1.1.7.7.4.2
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.7.4.1. Form a captive management working group Obsolete FY 2009 Private industry, landowners, etc., Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service Management: Captive Standards and Veterinary Care Species Expert Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.7.4.2. Develop a captive management plan Obsolete FY 2000 - FY 2004 Private industry, landowners, etc., Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service Management: Captive Standards and Veterinary Care Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 - 2 years
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.7.4.3. Implement the captive management plan Obsolete FY 2000 - FY 2004 Private industry, landowners, etc., Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service Management: Captive Standards and Veterinary Care Internal Technical Assistance Costs to be determined
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.7.5. Establish research priorities for captive panthers which can be applied to management of the free ranging population Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Management Techniques Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in item 1.1.7.7.4.2
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.1.5.7.6. Incorporate interpretative education at public facilities where captive panthers are held and prepare public information materials Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Public and private universities, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.2.1. Continue to evaluate the potential for habitat in south central Florida to support a breeding population Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Species Expert
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.2.2. If there is potential for habitat in south central FL to support a breeding population, determine if there are management steps that can be taken to facilitate natural expansion of female panthers into south central FL Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.2.3. If natural expansion of female panthers into south-central FL is not likely, evaluate the feasibility of translocation to establish a breeding population including an EA or EIS, under NEPA Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 3-5 years. Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.2.4 If natural expansion, is not likely, develop an expansion plan to guide translocation into south central Florida Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 1.2.5.1. Secure a dispersal area north of Caloosahatchee River that maintains connection with habitat south of river Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Other Internal Technical Assistance Costs will be site specific
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.2.5.2. Conserve lands buffering the Caloosahatchee River Ongoing Current FY 2010 Private industry, landowners, etc., Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, South Florida counties, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Acquisition: Other Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.2.5.3. If establishment of a breeding population in south-central FL is feasible, provide for the conservation and enhancement of other lands necessary for persistence of a population in south central FL Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance Costs will be site specific
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 1.2.6.1. If the population is expanded into south central FL, implement appropriate actions in section 1.1 Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Management: Identify/Protect Foraging, Breeding and Mig Habitats Internal Technical Assistance Costs dependent upon actions needed
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 2.1.1 In cooperation/coordination with the southeastern States selection potential reintroduction areas to be evaluated Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years. Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 2.1.2. Develop and conduct preliminary public scoping to allow effective preplanning of the NEPA process Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.1.3. Identify State and Federal laws, regulations or policies that could conflict with reintroduction and resolve any potential conflicts Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years. Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.1.4. Conduct field surveys of selected reintroduction areas Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.1.5. Determine if puma are present in selected reintroduction areas Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.1.6. Evaluate possible disease and parasite problems in selected reintroduction areas prior to releasing panthers Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.1.7. Consider contaminant issues when evaluating selected reintroduction areas Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 2.1.8.1. Coordinate with the southeastern states, stakeholders, and the public for reintroduction site selection Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, City and county agencies, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.1.8.2. Collect, compare, and analyze sociopolitical data Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, City and county agencies, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.1.8.3. Using the information obtained in 2.1.8.1. and 2.1.8.2. use the NEPA process to develop and refine appropriate reintroduction alternatives and recommend the preferred alternative Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years. Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 2.2.1. Determine the number of panthers from each age and sex class that are needed for a reintroduction program Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Public and private universities, City and county agencies, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 2.2.2.1. Select individual panthers that could be removed for reintroduction without negatively affecting the persistence of the existing population Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.2.2. Develop a protocol for translocation of panthers from the wild Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.3. Evaluate the need for and establish, if necessary, a captive breeding program Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years. Cost for evaluation included in standard operating budgets of agencies. Costs for establishment to be determined
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.4. Evaluate the role of alternative breeding strategies and or source populations Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Research: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 2.2.5.1. Identify and provide incentives to Federal, State, and local governments and agencies to participate in reintroduction Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, City and county agencies, South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years. Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.5.2. Address the legal liability issues for State participation in reintroduction program Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost dependent on solution.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.5.3. Provide resources to assist with reintroduction Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance State / site-specific costs.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.6.1. Develop and implement a protocol and response plan for handling human-panther interactions Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.6.2. Evaluate the need for and, if appropriate, designate experimental nonessential populations Not Started U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years. Cost included in standard operating budget of agency.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.6.3.1. Develop and distribute a landowner, landmanager, and lessees panther handbook Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Department of Agriculture, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.6.3.2. Provide assistance to landowners, land managers, and lessees to identify and address potential conflicts on their property Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Natural Resources Conservation Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.6.3.3. Develop, fund, and implement a compensation program Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Department of Agriculture, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance State / site-specific costs.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.6.4.1 Understand hunting pressure and methods in potential reintroduction areas to identify possible conflicts, including a real or perceived decline in deer populations Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.6.4.2 Partner with hunters and hunting lease holders, including timber companies, to address panther, hunter, and prey issues Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Department of Agriculture, Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance State / site-specific costs.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 1 2.2.7. Develop a protocol and release panthers into selected reintroduction sites Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Public and private universities, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance State / site-specific costs.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.8. Develop and implement monitoring plans for the selected reintroduction areas Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Public and private universities, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.9.1. Enforce existing Federal and State laws and regulations regarding illegal killing Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.9.2. Extend ESA "similarity of appearance" protection to puma in applicable portions of the historic range prior to reintroduction Not Started U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in standard operating budget of agency.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.2.9.3. Implement a toll free telephone tip number in reintroduction areas Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 2.3. As additional populations are established, implement appropriate actions in Section 1 Not Started Management: Reintroduction Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is "As Needed". Duration, participants, and costs depend on actions as well as State/site selection.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.1.1. Form a working group to design and develop education and outreach materials and programs Ongoing Current FY 2006 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Field Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.1.2.1. Identify target audiences, content, strategic messages, and methods of getting the message out using social science research Ongoing Current FY 2006 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Research: Other Information Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.1. Produce information on natural history, place in the ecosystem, panther facts, benefits of recovery, and ways to reduce threats to panthers and their habitat Ongoing Current Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), National Park Service, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, U.S. Forest Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida, Private industry, landowners, etc., Natural Resources Conservation Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Public and private universities, City and county agencies, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, South Florida counties Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.2.1. Compile information and produce materials and programs on landowner incentives Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, City and county agencies, Private industry, landowners, etc., Water Management Districts located in south Florida, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, Public and private universities, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Natural Resources Conservation Service, South Florida counties Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.2.2. Identify ecotourism values and economic incentives related to panthers and develop materials for ecotourism programs Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Public and private universities, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.2.3. Compile information on land management techniques Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.2.4. Develop a panther habitat management handbook for public and private land managers based on the best management practices Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 1 -2 years. Cost included in 3.1.3.2.3.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.3.1. Develop materials to inform the public and decision makers about methods for reducing panther-vehicle collisions Ongoing Current FY 2011 Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), National Park Service, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in 3.1.3.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.4.1. Develop educational material to address human social issues related to panther conservation and recovery Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Public and private universities, City and county agencies, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.1.3.4.2. Develop a Living With Panthers outreach program Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.4.3. Develop materials and programs to address hunting concerns, such as a real or perceived decline in the deer population Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Public and private universities, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 2 -3 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.4.4. Include panther conservation issues in ORV educational materials Ongoing Current FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.1.3.5.1. Examine sociological information, such as public attitudes in and around reintroduction sites Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Public and private universities, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Note: Duration is 2 -3 years.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.1.3.5.2. Develop a media plan Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.6. Design education displays and programs for public environmental education centers, such as zoos and natural history museums Ongoing Current Prior to FY 1995 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.7. Develop education programs and materials for school children Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.1.3.8. Develop materials to promote Florida Panther Day Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.1. Form communication teams to give presentations to audiences in and adjacent to panther habitat and in selected reintroduction sites Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.2.2. Provide media/public relations training for agency personnel who will be on-the-ground and interfacing with the public (including private landowners) and media Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.3.1. Distribute information on landowner incentives Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, City and county agencies, Private industry, landowners, etc., Water Management Districts located in south Florida, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, Public and private universities, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Natural Resources Conservation Service, South Florida counties Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in 3.2.3.3.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.3.2. Provide existing ecotourism facilities and Visit Florida tourism promotion program with updated information on panthers Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.2.3.3. Distribute information on land management techniques and provide technical assistance to public and private land managers regarding techniques to maintain and increase the value of habitat to panthers and their prey Ongoing Current FY 2009 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.3.4. Inform the public, landowners, and decision makers about the needs and benefits of invasive species control / management and prescribed fire Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida Department of Community Affairs, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in standard operating budgets of agencies.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.3.5. Distribute information on prey management techniques (including exotic game) on public and private lands Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, City and county agencies, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in 3.2.3.3.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.3.6. Distribute materials to promote Florida Panther Day Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.4.1. Provide information on genetic restoration Ongoing Current FY 1995 - FY 1999 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in 3.1.3.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.4.2. Provide information on panther conservation issues in ORV educational materials Ongoing Current FY 2000 - FY 2004 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in 3.1.3.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.4.3. Educate sportsmen groups and the public about the legal consequences of illegal harassment Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in 3.1.3.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.4.4. Provide information on panther management, including monitoring Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in 3.1.3.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.2.5.1. Provide education and outreach to residents living in and adjacent to panther habitat Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.5.2. Provide tips for recreating in panther habitat Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in 3.2.5.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.5.3. Provide information on protecting livestock and pets Ongoing Current FY 2007 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Forest Service, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in 3.2.5.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.5.4. Provide outreach materials to address hunting concerns Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies, Florida Division of Forestry, National Park Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in 3.2.5.1.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.2.6.1. Engage and provide materials to landowners and the public in south-central Florida to build support for restoring and maintaining habitat and for expansion and reintroductions Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Division of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), South Florida counties, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Management Districts located in south Florida Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in 3.2.3.3.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 2 3.2.6.2 Target education at reintroduction sites to address social issues in advance of releasing panthers Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.6.3. Continue education and outreach efforts after panthers are released into a reintroduction site Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, U.S. Forest Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), Private industry, landowners, etc., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Cost included in 3.2.6.2.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.6.4. Identify existing ecotourism facilities and State ecotourism boards in or near selected reintroduction sites and provide them with updated panther information Not Started State Natural Resources Agencies, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance Costs included in 3.2.3.2.
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.7. Identify and work with existing environmental education facilities to provide or enhance panther education displays and programs Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.2.8. Distribute education programs and materials to school children Ongoing Current FY 2009 Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), National Park Service, Private industry, landowners, etc., Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, State Natural Resources Agencies Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.3. Evaluate outreach and educational materials and programs Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
Florida panther (Puma (=Felis) concolor coryi) 3 3.4. Revise materials where evaluation indicates a need Not Started Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Miccosukee and Seminole Indian Tribes of Florida, State Natural Resources Agencies, National Park Service, Non-governmental organizations (e.g. The Nature Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Other: Information and Education Internal Technical Assistance
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