Florida panther dies after vehicle collision in Hendry County, marking 16th death of 2025, FWC says
Updated: 2:28 PM EST Dec 4, 2025
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has confirmed its 16th Florida panther death of 2025 in Hendry County.The remains, thought to be of a 5- to 6-year-old male, were collected on Dec. 3. The cause of death is suspected to be a vehicle collision.The FWC says that vehicle collisions are the primary cause of death for Florida panthers, and is encouraging drivers to slow down and observe all posted speed limits, especially in panther zones.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.
HENDRY COUNTY, Fla. —
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has confirmed its 16th Florida panther death of 2025 in Hendry County.
The remains, thought to be of a 5- to 6-year-old male, were collected on Dec. 3. The cause of death is suspected to be a vehicle collision.
The FWC says that vehicle collisions are the primary cause of death for Florida panthers, and is encouraging drivers to slow down and observe all posted speed limits, especially in panther zones.
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