Wildlife Preservation

Here you will find information about Gopher Tortoises, Scrub Jays, exotic/invasive species, and more. State and Federal information can be found here for North Port's protected species along with permitting information. You can find more information on trees and the environment on our Tree Removal & Arborist Services page.

Report Wildlife!

Let us know what wildlife you encounter throughout the City of North Port. Knowing what wildlife we have and where they are located help us best protect vulnerable species. You can report these wildlife sighting here:

Report Wildlife Here

Additional Contacts and Resources

South District Office (Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Fort Myers)
(239) 344-5600

Office of Beaches and Coastal Systems (Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Tallahassee)
(850) 245- 7669

North Port Wildlife

Gopher Tortoise

Learn more about the "dos and don'ts" for Gopher Tortoises as well as their protections and the permitting process with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.

Scrub Jay

Click here to learn more about Scrub Jays, identify parcels with scrub jay protections, and permitting with the Fish and Wildlife Service.

American Alligator

Learn more about our native alligators here.

Bald Eagle

Click here to report a Bald Eagle nest spotted or learn more about Bald Eagle protections.

Manatee

Here you can view manatee protections and learn more manatees.

Invasive and Exotic Species

Click here for information on identifying and reporting invasive and exotic species.