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UF experts: Random mangrove tree-trimming can cause serious damage
About three of every four Floridians live along the coast, and mangrove trees often dot waterfront properties. more
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Mosquitoes that transmit West Nile virus prefer to bite non-native lizards
In the United States, West Nile virus circulates among wild birds, transmitted by Culex mosquitoes ... more
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Possible anaconda sighting worries community
On Saturday, Feb. 19, a local man, John Main reported seeing a yellow anaconda approximately 14 foot long coming out of a cow pasture ... more
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Wild horses and burros to be sold at auction
FLOWOOD, MISS.— The Bureau of Land Management will host a wild horse and burro placement ... more
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The Scott Water Farm includes land in Indian River County and in Okeechobee County.
Water farm helps prevent harmful freshwater discharges to the coast
Fifty years ago, the Evans Properties land was part of a cattle ranch … more
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Study shows how climate change can worsen impact of invasive plants
Scientists have long hypothesized that climate change, by intensifying stressors like drought or wildfires ... more
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Prescribed burn planned on Lake Okeechobee
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in coordination with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), plan to conduct a prescribed burn in Dyess marsh on the west … more
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Septic tanks and sewage wastewater linked to manatee deaths
Septic tanks, wastewater and fertilizer in runoff are responsible for the loss of sea grass ... more
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service faces lawsuit over manatee deaths
On Feb. 1, conservation organizations  filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service ... more
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What is the Great Backyard Bird Hunt?
You are invited to take part in the Great Backyard Bird Hunt... more
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Bee appearance and behavior may be related, genetic study reveals
Recently discovered genetic knowledge of two nuisance western honey bee subspecies will help commercial and hobby beekeepers. more
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Federal funding increased for Everglades restoration
The White House announced the largest ever investment of federal funds for Everglades restoration on Jan. 19. more
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A clear line is visible between healthy, untreated torpedo grass (left) and re-established native marsh vegetation in a previously managed area (right).
FWC seeks input on cattail and torpedo grass management
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking input on the management of cattail and torpedograss ... more
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Great Horned Owlets returned to their nest.
Audubon Center for Birds of Prey admits 765 raptors
The Audubon Center for Birds of Prey admitted 765 birds to the Raptor Clinic in 2021. more
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Earthjustice to sue the EPA over manatee deaths
 Three conservation groups issued a formal notice  of their intent to sue the Environmental Protection Agency ... more
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This photo shows a white-tailed deer.
Can white-tailed deer carry covid?
White-tailed deer can become infected with the virus that causes COVID-19. more
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Margaret “Maggie” Vogel pictured collecting water samples in Indian River County for the study.
Septic tanks feeding algal blooms
For more than a decade, fertilizer leaching and associated stormwater runoff were thought to be the major drivers of harmful algal blooms ... more
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Wings Over Florida Big Year challenge is for everyone
Do you enjoy bird and/or butterfly watching? more
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Dolly Hand hosts the Smithsonian traveling exhibition “Water/Ways”
From above, Earth appears as a water planet with more than 71 percent of its surface covered with this vital resource for life. more
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Everglades restoration series looks at Okeechobee pump station
Looking at the Lakeside Ranch Stormwater Treatment Area (STA) Project in Martin County... more
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