Over the last 10 years, Cape Coral has gone from 150,000 people to almost a quarter million living in the area.
It's a lot of homes built - and sometimes that land was previously occupied by our threatened burrowing owls.
If you're new to Southwest Florida or just want to know how to be a better neighbor to the species - FWC is here to help you learn Wednesday evening.
Last month, the City of Cape Coral approved a $900,000 grant with FWC to buy land to create designated habitats for the birds around the city.
City leaders already picked out properties where protections would apply, and with so much growth in the city you need to learn exactly who to call if you're concern for any of your wildlife.
Maybe you live next to one of these lots where they are nesting.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission wants to help you learn more about the owls - who nests sit underground.
You can learn more on Wednesday evening at 7. It is happening at Rotary Park in Cape Coral with Florida Fish and Wildlife experts.