Humans like truffles, as do many mammals. Now new evidence suggests that birds may also seek out and disperse...
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By Samantha Murray
UF/IFAS | 11/5/21 |
Did you know that Florida has 13 resident species of bats?
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11/4/21
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South Florida officially entered the dry season on Oct. 17.
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11/4/21
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Argentine black and white tegus have spread and established populations in and around Florida at a rapid and growing rate...
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By Lourdes Mederos
UF/IFAS | 11/3/21 |
Fall is an ideal time to exclude bats from your home or other structures
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10/22/21
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Home gardeners can help the environment by choosing Florida-friendly plants.
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10/21/21
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Michael J. Collins was appointed by Governor Jeb Bush to the South Florida Water Management District Governing Board in 1999.
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10/20/21
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The USACE, Jacksonville District invites partners, stakeholders, and the public to join us for the release of...
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10/15/21
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Florida’s climate makes a cozy environment for a variety of plant species. The downside is that invasive and potentially destructive species often try to call Florida home, too. A new guide …
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By Tory Moore
UF/IFAS | 10/15/21 |
Stormwater runoff begins as rain. It carries pollutants from land surfaces on its way to water bodies such as streams, lakes, rivers, and oceans.
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10/14/21
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We all know that October is the month of spooky costumes, haunted houses, tons of candy and telling ghost stories around the campfire but did you know...
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By Calin Ionita
Florida Forest Service | 10/6/21 |
Meal kits are growing in popularity, with national sales predicted to increase from $4.6 billion in 2017 to $11.6 billion in 2022.
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By Brad Buck
UF/IFAS | 10/6/21 |
Scientists have gained insights at how animals living in groups – termites particularly...
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By Lourdes Mederos
Special to the Lake Okeechobee News | 10/5/21 |
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District awarded a $136,637,750 construction contract for the Indian River Lagoon...
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9/30/21
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Totaling nearly 20,000 Acres, land parcels will preserve key links in the Florida Wildlife Corridor.
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9/23/21
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking landowners to help with gopher tortoise conservation efforts...
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9/22/21
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The 12-passenger tram allows for social distancing and provides an excellent platform for viewing park features by moonlight.
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9/21/21
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FWC is seeking public feedback on draft Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines for nesting bird species...
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9/17/21
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Fall is approaching and that means Florida black bears are traveling and searching for food. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds...
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9/15/21
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The SFWMD will use an alum treatment system combined with a sand filter to improve water quality in the C-43 reservoir …
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 9/14/21 |