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Lights on or near the beach can misdirect and disturb nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings, leading them away from the ocean and toward potential danger. [Photo courtesy FWC]
FWC shares tips to protect nesting sea turtles
There are easy steps people can take to help protect nesting sea turtles, including keeping beaches clean and dark ... more
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Keep your eyes open for native wildlife
It is thrilling when you are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the incredible native wildlife that call South Florida home. more
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This is a photo of oak pollen. [Photo courtesy Theresa Badurek, UF/IFAS]
Pollen season hits with full force
Brace yourselves – the sneezing, the itchy eyes, the yellow-dust-on-every-surface season is here. more
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FWC stocks 300,000 Florida bass into Lake George
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) recently stocked nearly 300,000 Florida bass in Lake George ... more
Southwest Florida Water Management District
SFWMD to hold Recreational Public Forum on March 23
Join the South Florida Water Management District (District) for the upcoming Recreational Public Forum to discuss public recreational opportunities. more
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Plan an outdoor adventure on public lands this spring
Daylight Saving Time has sprung us forward, providing an extra hour of sunshine to explore and enjoy the great outdoors. more
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 Jaguar guapote, a Central American invasive cichlid species most often spotted Southeast Florida canals and in the Everglades.
Invasive species: What they are and how you can help
If you have seen an orange-headed agama lizard running through a parking lot or a dense stand of red- berried Brazilian pepper... more
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A Hoary Bat
Now is the time to plan for bat maternity season
Florida is home to 13 native bat species and, while they usually roost in natural areas... more
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A bear has made himself comfortable on an unattended garbage can.
Be on the lookout! Wildlife is more active in spring
Springtime means Florida’s wildlife is stirring. more
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Hidden water leaks cost the average household 10K gallons of water each year
National Fix a Leak Week, taking place March 16–22, is a reminder for homeowners to check... more
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Working year-round to restore and protect habitat for native wildlife
In recognition of World Wildlife Day, the South Florida Water Management District (District) is highlighting the continued progress to protect ... more
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Short-billed dowitchers
Help shorebirds, seabirds and wading birds have success this nesting season
With breeding and nesting season beginning for our state’s shorebirds, seabirds.... more
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Passion Punch™, a new caladium from Zhanao Deng, a plant breeder at the UF/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center.
Golden anniversary, double bloom: UF unveils 50th and 51st caladiums
This year marks a golden milestone for the University of Florida’s ornamental breeding program... more
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These curled lychee leaves are a sign of erinose mite activity.
Love your lychee tree? Ask IFAS bilingual resource offers guidance against a common pest
Florida-grown lychee trees offer a taste of the tropics for home growers. more
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Seokmin Kim, coordinator of the UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-native Plants in Florida’s Natural Areas. Perched on his hand is a barred antshrike, a small insect‑eating Neotropical bird known for its bold patterns, pair‑bonded behavior and love of dense thickets.
Want to avoid planting invasives in your yard?
Before you plant that new ornamental vine, flowering shrub or tree that caught your eye... more
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Invasive Species Awareness Week highlights importance of protecting native ecosystems
Protecting natural ecosystems: Burmese pythons, Melaleuca, Brazilian pepper trees, and other harmful invasive species ... more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
Final week to apply: Alternative water supply and water conservation projects
This is the final week to apply for funding for alternative water supply and water conservation projects. more
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Creating a sea urchin ‘baby formula’ to help save our reefs
Sea urchins are the “lawnmowers of the reefs,” a University of Florida scientist says. They tirelessly chew down the algae ... more
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Prescribed burns support the health of South Florida’s Ecosystems
The South Florida Water Management District (District) routinely conducts prescribed burns as part of its integrated land stewardship program. more
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Florida Forever marks 25 years with largest conservation easement in program history
As Florida Forever marks 25 years of conserving the state’s most important natural landscapes ... more
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