Protect Our
Panther

The Florida panther once roamed throughout the southeastern United States. Today, they are confined to only 5% of their historic range here in southwest Florida. The Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge provides essential habitat for these ghost cats, but more needs to be done to restore their population.

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ACRES

27K

Learn more about the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge.

HOURS

1086

Volunteers have donated 1086 hours towards Friends projects in 2017-2020.

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PANTHERS

120-230

Why such a big difference? Find out how biologists estimate panther populations and more in Panther Facts!

MISSION

1

Learn about us and how we're working to help the Florida panther.

About Us

The wild needs Friends!

Our mission isn't just to save panthers, we also support the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge and Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge. Learn how and meet the Board of Directors that make it all possible!

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Upcoming Projects

Big changes are coming to the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge! Be a part of the change by funding these projects or joining the Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge.

Projects

How YOU Can Help!

Be a voice for Florida wildlife! See how you can volunteer, advocate, and make everyday changes to help panthers and other wildlife that live on the Refuge and beyond.

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THINK YOU SAW AN ENDANGERED
FLORIDA PANTHER?

Many people report seeing panthers to us, and yet, most of the time, the animal in question is a bobcat.

We want to be sure you know who to report a panther sighting to so you can get a definitive answer.

If you think you saw a Florida panther, you can report it to the FWC by clicking this link.

We understand that our website address (floridapanther.org) might cause you to think we are the FWC. We are mighty humbled if that is the case. We are also mighty humbled if you think we are panther experts.

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