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The C-44 reservoir in Martin County was designed to hold water up to 15 feet deep. The purpose of the reservoir is to store excess water from the C-44 canal, to protect the St. Lucie estuary from damaging freshwater flows during heavy rain events. On Nov. 17, the reservoir was 6 feet deep.
Commentary on the C-44 Reservoir
We are fortunate to work with many stakeholders in Florida who passionately care about the environment … more
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking public input on draft revisions to the Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines for the Florida burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia floridana)
FWC to meet Dec. 5 in Orlando
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person Dec. 5 in Orlando ... more
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USACE Dam Safety Program Manager Matt Taylor (in front of the seepage canal that surrounds the C-44 reservoir) explained that all dikes have seepage.
USACE: C-44 reservoir working as designed
Reports of seepage from the C-44 reservoir recently made the news. But seepage is common to all dams ... more
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Barn owl with ten-day-old owlets.
Florida Crystals’ barn owls thriving thanks to more nesting boxes
Florida Crystals’ barn owl box network – the largest private network in the world... more
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Taking action in response to excessive rainfall
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is continuing to monitor... more
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New pest management hub will address Florida’s buggiest problems
The Hub will have two objectives: to develop the workforce in the urban pest management industry... more
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Conservation Florida partnership unite to permanently protect working lands
Florida’s working lands are a critical piece of the greater conservation puzzle... more
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Go slow, look out below when on the water this Manatee Awareness Month
Manatees need to access water that is warmer than 68 degrees Fahrenheit to survive the winter. more
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Invasive pythons hunted in the Everglades
THE EVERGLAGES -- Mike Elfenbein shared a photo of a python catch on Nov. 3. "A new personal best, pfficially 17’2” and 198 pounds. more
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Audubon Florida's 2023 conservation leaders included (left to right): Lt. Michael Bibeau, Joe Earl Collins, II (accepted by family members Eli Collins and Katie Everett), Wendy Meehan, Mark Cook, and Janell Brush. Photo: Charles Lee/Audubon Florida.
Audubon Florida Recognizes conservation leaders for 2023
Audubon Florida recently honored five conservation leaders as part of its annual Assembly... more
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USACE releases 2023 IDS at SFER Task Force Meeting on Nov. 15
The Integrated Delivery Schedule is the roadmap for Everglades restoration. more
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USACE announces public comment on water management deviation from the COP
JACKSONVILLE — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District announces the opening of public comment on the Environmental Assessment (EA) and proposed Finding of No Significant Impact … more
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Share a moving moment with a manatee adoption
Adoptions offer a unique opportunity for individuals to symbolically adopt a real manatee... more
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Okeechobee County Commission opposes site planned for water treatment project
County Commissioners continue their opposition to the SFWMD plan for the Lower Kissimmee Basin Stormwater Treatment … more
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How safe is rain barrel water quality in South Florida? UF/IFAS experts explain
Much more than a garden trend, rain barrels are an eco-friendly long-term solution... more
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Betty Osceola of the Miccosukee Tribe of Florida posted this image on social media, urging the public to call the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at 904-232-2568 or email CESAJ-CC@usace.army.mil to urge them to open the water control structures under the Tamiami Trail. [Courtesy photo]
70% of water in WCAs is from direct rainfall
High water levels in the water conservation areas (WCAs) north of the Tamiami Trail are endangering wildlife in the Everglades.   more
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This Halloween, have a heart for bats
People of all cultures have a love-hate relationship with bats. more
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Growers and consumers want ‘wildlife-friendly’ plants
Growers want to produce wildlife-friendly plants, and consumers want to buy them... more
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Fungi expert Matthew Smith with a Macrocybe titans mushroom.
Does Florida have a mushroom season? And other fungi facts ...
The temperatures have started to take a turn for the cooler throughout much of ... more
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The Florida bonneted bat is federally listed as an endangered species.
Fall is the time to exclude bats from your structures
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) advises the public that fall... more
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