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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine held a virtual committee meeting Aug. 13 … more
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FWC video outlines new rules to keep chronic wasting disease from spreading into Florida
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has introduced a video outlining new rules to protect Florida deer... more
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Sample of blood-fed Aedes taeniorhynchus.
UF/IFAS survey illustrates majority of Florida mosquito species are understudied
Florida’s sunny climate serves as an ideal place for a variety of mosquito species to make their homes throughout the year. While some mosquitoes can be a nuisance... more
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Lionfish are among the invasive species in Florida waters.
Invasive fish: Unwanted denizens of the deep
Reef fish with poisonous fins, a catfish that walks on land and a variety of fugitives from home aquariums … more
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UF-led team receives Keck grant to study fungal infections spread by wildfire smoke
As wildfire season ramps up and threatens many areas across the U.S., a team of scientists begins a multi-year study to understand how fungi spread by wildfires... more
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Come across a giant whip scorpion in your area? UF/IFAS expert explains what to expect
With recent media exposure of an arachnid known as the giant whip scorpion, the public perception of this species tends to draw some concerns over its... more
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Report details marine industry and tourism impacts from 2018 red tide event
A newly released University of Florida report sheds light on the economic repercussions of the large red tide bloom that affected the Southwest Florida... more
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Typhlonectes natans closely resembles another, more widespread South American species, Typhlonectes compressicauda, the Cayenne caecilian
Weird, noodle-shaped amphibians known as caecilians found in South Florida canal
Caecilians have arrived in Miami. Florida Fish and Wildlife biologists captured one of the obscure legless amphibians in the Tamiami Canal, the first example of an introduced caecilian in the U.S. more
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This map shows locations of deep injection wells in Florida. The state has been using DIWs since the 1960s.
Deep injection wells send water very, very slowly to the ocean
Wondering what will happen when water pumped into deep injection wells comes out in the ocean? You’ll have to wait millions of years to find out. more
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Citizen science projects make a difference for wildlife, study finds
When public interest is high and funding is limited, researchers can rely on citizens to help them measure wildlife populations, research finds. UF/IFAS... more
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Most Floridians use double the amount of water the lawn actually needs to stay healthy.
Water wisely this summer
Many South Florida residents irrigate their yards year-round, with more than 50% of annual home water use being used for outdoor watering or irrigation. However, it is not uncommon for residents to … more
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American flamingos spend much of its time around mangrove-fringed islands and mudflats at Snake Bight (Everglades National Park) within Florida Bay.
Tracking technology illuminates American flamingo behavior
Flamingos are unusual birds that are practically synonymous with Florida, even though they are rarely seen in the wild. more
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Watch out for gators!
Everglades National Park shared this message about gator nesting season last week: “It’s alligator nesting season, so you know what that means -- be cautious and stay back! Female … more
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This photo shows a close-up image of an elephant mosquito and an Asian tiger mosquito on a finger.
Not all mosquitoes bite!
Everglades National Park shared this information about mosquitoes: "Would it surprise you to learn that all adult mosquitoes feed on the nectar of flowers? This means that they are likely … more
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Scallops on the ocean floor off of the coast of Cedar Key.
Scientists help preserve Nature Coast, one sample at a time
Scalloping season began July 1 on the Nature Coast. As people flock to the state’s west coast in search of the prized shellfish... more
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Audubon celebrates early restoration phase for Picayune Strand
Audubon Florida applauds SFWMD Governing Board Member and Big Cypress Basin Board Chair Charlette Roman ... more
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Arctic permafrost losses can accelerate climate change
Thawing Arctic permafrost has the potential to significantly accelerate climate change, a collaborative study between the University of Florida and Northern Arizona University shows. more
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New kids’ books from UF entomologist encourage budding bug enthusiasts
From the soil dwellers, to the winged flyers, to the leaf nibblers between, the bug visitors to our yards are often an exciting observation for children. more
FWC releases new 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) just released the new 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals. more
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Pictured is a green iguana.
Deadline nears for new rules on non-native reptiles
New rules related to nonnative fish and wildlife went into effect on April 29, 2021... more
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