Florida Black Bear Hunt
Local hunters and conservationists are anticipating the first Florida black bear hunt in a decade.
In 2015, the statewide hunt was called off after just two days, when hunters harvested bears more quickly than anticipated.
Animal activists worry a hunt is inhumane and will diminish the bear population.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission began controlling the black bear population through regulated hunts in the 1930s, but discontinued the practice in 1994.
This year, the commission accepted applications in September for a random permit lottery, unlike in 2015, when anyone who wanted a permit was guaranteed it.
A three-week black bear hunt is scheduled to start in December.
Author summary: Florida black bear hunt resumes after decade.