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tiger mosquito on skin. proboscis inserted and feeding. belly full with blood.
Scientists seek to lure mosquitoes and build better surveillance system
Mosquitoes’ sense of smell tells them when humans and wildlife are in biting distance... more
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Florida panther mortality update Sept. 18
The remains of a 2–3-year-old, male Florida panther (UCFP444) were collected... more
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Flock of wild turkeys.
2,526 acres conserved, adding to Florida Wildlife Corridor
The property is situated within the Kissimmee River Basin and the headwaters of Lake Okeechobee and... more
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Scientists find good places to grow long-spined sea urchins
Scientists call long-spined sea urchins “the lawn mowers of the reefs” because they eat algae... more
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Various views of Vespa velutina.
Experts urge residents to watch for, report predatory yellow-legged hornets
The Vespa velutina is an invasive hornet that preys on honey bees and honey bee larva. more
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Five ways to help honey bees
National Honey Bee Day is August 19, and there are many ways to support the powerhouse pollinators. more
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Bleached grooved brain coral with living polyps.
Florida’s coral reef: Coral bleaching and the 2023 marine heat wave
Corals are animals that live in a symbiotic relationship with microscopic algae... more
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Tap water study detects PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ across the US
At least 45% of the nation’s tap water is estimated to have one or more types of the chemicals known... more
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This photo shows a white-tailed deer.
Find a fawn? If you care, leave it there
White-tailed deer fawning can last many months. Sometimes people assume a fawn they find by itself has been abandoned … more
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Conservation easement program sign up for landowners extended through June 30
Florida landowners interested in aligning their land uses with conservation values have additional time to apply... more
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Lt. Governor Nuñez promotes water safety ahead of Memorial Day
Drowning is preventable, and the State of Florida works to educate Floridians and visitors on safe recreation... more
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Nearly every living manatee bears scars from encounters with boat propellers, and high-speed collisions with fast-moving watercraft is a top cause of manatee deaths.
Boaters asked to be responsible and mindful of manatee safety
National Safe Boating Week, an annual campaign encouraging boaters to be responsible on the water... more
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Spring brings baby raptors, soaring costs to Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
Each spring, hundreds of baby raptors are admitted to the Audubon Center for... more
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Burrowing Owls are among the wildlife that will benefit from conservation easements.
Conservation easements protect wildlife habitat
Conservation easement projects will protect critical headwaters, working forests, and recreation areas. more
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