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Don’t flush things other than the “Three Ps”
Of all the things we knowingly or unwittingly take for granted, having a safe and reliable sanitation system is probably not one of them. more
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This photo demonstrates a dense invasion of cogongrass among pine and oak on this forest floor in Lakeland. [Photo by ISI, UF/IFAS]
Invasive plants may increase tick exposure risk
An invasive grass found on almost every continent and considered a pest in 73 countries isn’t just weeding out native plants... more
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Despite their large size as adults, manatees can be tough to spot in the water. Going out on a boat or personal watercraft? You can better see manatees by wearing polarized glasses, going slow and abiding by all manatee protection zones. [Photo courtesy FWC]
Go slow and look below for manatees on the move
November is Manatee Awareness Month, highlighting a time when Florida’s manatees are starting their seasonal movements ... more
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New rules addressing high-risk reptiles including green iguanas and tegus take effect in Florida on April 29. FWC is helping pet owners get ready.
FWC Commissioners approve proposed rule changes for green iguanas
Green iguanas are invasive reptiles that are not native to Florida.   more
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Florida black bear [Photo courtesy FWC]
Be BearWise® as bears are more active in fall
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that Florida’s black bears... more
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Python skins turned into luxury fashion accessories
Florida officials are working with the fashion industry to increase efforts to remove invasive Burmese pythons from the Florida Everglades. more
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Golden oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus citrinopileatus) fruiting on a downed log in Mazomanie, Wisconsin. This edible species, commonly cultivated worldwide, has escaped cultivation and become established in North American forests. [Photo by Michelle Jusino]
Golden oyster mushrooms cultivated, sold in Florida: Scientist urges caution
The golden oyster mushroom, with bright yellow pillowy caps, are a popular buy that are sold... more
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Highlighting the bat-tastic benefits of Florida’s flying friends
It’s Bat Week, and we’re highlighting the many benefits provided by these winged wonders! more
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Ogre-faced spider: Anterior view of male Deinopis spinosa (Marx) showing the large posterior median eyes. Photo byLaurel B. Lietzenmayer, UF/IFAS]
Creepy, crawly and totally cool: Florida's 'spooktacular' spiders aren't so scary after all
As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to spotlight some of Florida’s coolest and spookiest spiders —that aren’t so scary after all. more
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Florida Panther caught on camera at night.
FWC program helps ranchers who lose calves to panthers
As calving season begins for many of Florida’s cattle ranchers, the FWC reminds ranchers to promptly call ... more
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Autumn is the ideal time to exclude bats from buildings
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that if you have bats roosting in your home or... more
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Southwest Florida Water Management District
SFWMD announces public meetings
Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. more
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