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SFWMD Governing Board proclaims April as Water Conservation Month
Florida has observed Water Conservation Month since 1998 to highlight how each of us can do our part... more
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Pop-up, in-ground sprinkler head and home irrigation system. [Photo by Tyler Jones/UF/IFAS Photography]
UF/IFAS scientists launch landscape water use survey to enhance water conservation
Looking for ways to help save on your household water bill? Wondering how often to irrigate the lawn? Perhaps you are looking... more
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Calling all wildlife watchers! The FWC needs participants for innovative new photo project
Once photos are analyzed and the wildlife has been identified, the data is sent to our area biologists... more
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USACE hosts bi-annual informational meeting on all phases of the CEPP
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District (USACE), will host a virtual bi-annual informational meeting Wednesday, May 1... more
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USACE is hosting a Western Everglades Restoration Project update
The purpose of the WERP is to improve the quantity, quality, timing, and distribution of water ... more
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Ready for Gopher Tortoise Day
As you finish up plans for the 2024 Gopher Tortoise Day celebration... more
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UF/IFAS wildlife biologist, Michelle Bassis, holds a large female Burmese pythons captured near one of our tagged male pythons in Everglades Francis S. Taylor Wildlife Management Area. [Photo courtesy UF/IFAS]
What’s next for UF/IFAS scientists on the Burmese python telemetry scout project?
A team of UF/IFAS and USGS scientists are on the search for pythons, employing new tactics and equipment in the next phase... more
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Year-round water conservation protects South Florida’s water resources
April is Water Conservation Month! Did you know conserving water year-round... more
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Partial eclipse to be visible from Florida on April 8
A solar eclipse will be visible in the United States on Monday, April 8. In Florida, it will be a partial... more
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Bat maternity season coming up in April
Florida’s 13 bat species typically roost in trees, caves or other natural spaces, but are sometimes... more
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FWC one of first five agencies in U.S. to seek accreditation in NAWLEA Program
Continuing its record of dedication to the preservation and protection of Florida’s natural resources... more
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Researchers find more effective treatment for damaging, invasive grass
Cogongrass, also known as imperata cylindrica, is one of the most widespread invasive plant species... more
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Answers from UF/IFAS experts as pollen blankets your car and makes you sneeze
Achoo! It’s pollen season. You might sneeze, and you might have to wash your vehicle to remove... more
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At the March 12 Glades County Commission meeting, Florida Trail Association members reported that locally owned businesses near the Trail have benefitted from the FTA Gateway Community program, which informs trail users where to find carryout food, lodging and re-supply stores. They presented the county commissioners with the Gateway Community road signs, which will be installed at four locations in Glades County. Left to right are: Commissioner Hattie Taylor, FTA Chapter Trail Coordinator Kate Adams, Commissioner Tim Stanley, Commissioner Tony Whidden, Commissioner Gator Sapp, and FTA Chapter Chair Margaret England. [Courtesy photo]
More hikers traveling Florida National Scenic Trail on west side of Lake O
FTA promoting slogan "West is Best!" more
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tiger mosquito on skin. proboscis inserted and feeding. belly full with blood.
Unlocking the heat in mosquito modeling
Thermal adaptation is the ability for organisms to adjust their life history traits as the temperature... more
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FWC approves new rules to support trophy bass management
FWC approved new regulations to support trophy bass conservation... more
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Dr. Thomas Chouvenc in lab at the Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center (FLREC) on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.
Know your termite risk with interactive distribution map
Termites cause billions of dollars a year in damages to homes, trees and other wooden structures... more
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Valentine’s Day alternatives to cut flowers: Gifts that grow with time
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you are looking for an alternative to... more
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Floridians are being called on for flamingo census
In September, Hurricane Idalia blew dozens of American Flamingos into Florida and across... more
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Pictured from Left to Right: Col. James Booth, USACE - Jacksonville District; Board Member Ben Butler, SFWMD; Board Member Jay Steinle, SFWMD; Director Drew Bartlett, SFWMD; Board Member "Alligator Ron" Bergeron, SFWMD; Chairman Chauncey Goss, SFWMD; Gov. Ron DeSantis; Secretary Shawn Hamilton, DEP; Board Member Charlette Roman, SFWMD; Board Member Charlie Martinez, SFWMD; Chairman Carlos de la Cruz, Jr., Everglades Foundation; Daniel Andrews, Captains for Clean Water; Eric Eikenberg, Everglades Foundation; Chief Resilience Officer Dr. Wes Brooks; Asst. Secretary Shannon Estenoz, U.S. Department of the Interior; Brig. Gen. Daniel Hibner, USACE - South Atlantic Division; Superintendent Pedro Ramos, Everglades National Park; Director Roger Young, FWC,
Stormwater treatment area to clean lake water
THE EVERGLADES. — On Jan. 25 Governor Ron DeSantis attended a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the filling of the first cell … more
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