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GIVING TUESDAY - DEC. 2nd!! Your support will help ensure that our neighbors, the imperiled BURROWING OWL and GOPHER TORTOISE, continue to thrive and delight future generations. Please write "Giving Tuesday" in donation comment
Rapid real estate development is destroying Cape Coral’s natural habitat, displacing native wildlife faster than they can adapt. By purchasing land, we create permanent safe havens for burrowing owls, gopher tortoises, and 350+ other species. Your gift today ensures these creatures have a home tomorrow.
87 Lots Protected — And Counting
From single lots to larger parcels, every acre matters. As of August 12, 2025, Cape Coral Wildlife Trust has preserved 87 conservation lots, safeguarding vital habitat for burrowing owls, gopher tortoises, and hundreds of other species. Our map shows exactly where your support makes a difference.
Our Wildlife Conservation Work in Cape Coral
Our Mission to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife
Our Mission to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife
Our Mission to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife
Cape Coral Wildlife Trust, Inc. was formed in order to acquire land for education, research, and for the preservation of Cape Coral's indigenous wildlife. This includes burrowing owls, gopher tortoises, and more.
Honoring Our Wildlife Conservation Donors
Our Mission to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife
Our Mission to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife
Meet the generous supporters who help us protect Cape Coral’s wildlife. Their contributions fund land purchases, habitat maintenance, and vital conservation programs for owls, tortoises, and more.
Cape Coral Wildlife Trust Land Holdings
Our Mission to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife
The Urgent Need to Save Cape Coral Habitat
As of August 8th, 2025: The Cape Coral Wildlife Trust, Inc. has officially secured 87 lots totaling nine acres—all permanently protected for forever wildlife conservation. View our interactive holdings map
The Urgent Need to Save Cape Coral Habitat
Our Mission to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife
The Urgent Need to Save Cape Coral Habitat
With a growth rate of 3.8% to 4.2%, Cape Coral remains a top U.S. housing market, however the growth comes at a steep cost—critical wildlife habitat is disappearing at an alarming pace.
Partnering to Protect Cape Coral Wildlife Habitat
In 2017, Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife (CCFW) founded the Cape Coral Wildlife Trust (CCWT) to expand local conservation efforts. While CCWT acquires and permanently preserves critical habitat, CCFW focuses on fundraising, habitat maintenance, and community education. Together, we protect threatened species like the Burrowing Owl and Gopher Tortoise, securing safe land for over 350 native species. Every dollar raised fuels both preservation and hands-on stewardship—creating a lasting legacy for Cape Coral’s wildlife.