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When red tide hits, is seafood safe?
With varying levels of red tide lingering off the coast of Southwest Florida – from Tampa Bay to Naples — some seafood eaters may wonder whether they can safely consume fish and … more
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Lobster season closes April 1, reopens Aug. 6
The spiny lobster recreational and commercial seasons close to harvest in state and federal waters starting April 1 and will reopen Aug. 6. more
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SFWMD encourages residents and businesses to conserve water
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is encouraging residents and businesses in Lee and Collier counties... more
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This alate of the Asian subterranean termite species was collected on the evening of March 7
Scientists confirm first spread of Asian Subterranean termites in Tampa
For the first time, a tropical invasive termite species was found beyond its expected range in Florida. more
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Picayune Strand nature backgrounf water droplets pine needles
Conserve water year round
April is Water Conservation Month! Conserving water year-round is an integral part of managing and protecting South Florida’s water supplies today … more
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UF-led research gets special help to restock sea urchins on coral reef
On and off over the past four decades, scientists have tried a handful of times to restore sea urchins on coral reefs... more
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UF-led research gets special help to restock sea urchins on coral reef
On and off over the past four decades, scientists have tried a handful of times to restore sea urchins on coral reefs... more
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UF-led research gets special help to restock sea urchins on coral reef
On and off over the past four decades, scientists have tried a handful of times to restore sea urchins on coral reefs... more
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Ranger Laura McMullen instructing the Junior Ranger Program at the 2022 festival. [Courtesy photo]
Highlands Hammock announces Earth Day Festival
Highlands Hammock cordially invites residents and visitors from communities throughout the greater Heartland and... more
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Work to resume on the Townsend Canal
The South Florida Water Management District’s (SFWMD) contractors will resume work on improvements to the Townsend Canal and Townsend Canal Grade.   more
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New mosquito species reported in Florida
Another new mosquito species has made its way across the tropics into Florida, making a permanent home in at least three counties. more
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New mosquito species reported in Florida
Another new mosquito species has made its way across the tropics into Florida, making a permanent home in at least three counties. more
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New mosquito species reported in Florida
Another new mosquito species has made its way across the tropics into Florida, making a permanent home in at least three counties. more
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New mosquito species reported in Florida
Another new mosquito species has made its way across the tropics into Florida, making a permanent home in at least three counties. more
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Oak Marsh is one of the habitats preserved. [Photo courtesy Live Wildly]
Wildlife corridor helps protect drinking water supply
Preserving the Florida Wildlife Corridor doesn’t just ensure habitat for Florida wildlife ... more
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Water conservation is important year round.
It's Fix-A-Leak Week
Florida 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders can help save water, help save their parents some money on their water bill ...   They simply have to become … more
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To save water, start with irrigating less
Growing up, we are taught to save water by turning the faucet off while we brush our teeth... more
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Above average rainfall leads to near record wading bird nesting
Nearly 102,000 wading bird nests were initiated during the 2021 wading bird nesting season... more
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Health officials give red tide update
The Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) is issuing updates regarding Red Tide... more
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A Florida gator peeking with a dragonfly on its head at Bluehead Ranch
1,285 acres in Highlands County to join Florida Wildlife Corridor
Thanks to a unanimous Cabinet vote, 21,063 more acres of the Florida Wildlife Corridor gained permanent protection .... more
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