Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Research ServicesFlorida, United States1001-5000 Employees
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute conducts scientific work to assess ecosystems and guide restoration, with studies spanning freshwater and marine fisheries as well as aquatic and terrestrial wildlife, imperiled species, and red tides. It also builds and maintains information systems to analyze and disseminate research outcomes and carries out outreach to complement its programs. Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, the institute operates within the research services sector and collaborates with partners across academia and public-private initiatives. In 2026, the Florida Forage Fish Research Program—a public-private partnership involving FWRI, leading academics, and the Florida Forage Fish Coalition—planned to host the 10th Annual Data Workshop at FWRI's headquarters in St. Petersburg.