These invasive pests are tormenting Florida’s manatees
Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...
'Fed bear is a dead bear': What to do if a Florida black bear comes into your neighborhood
About 80 percent of a black bear’s diet comes from plants (fruits, nuts, berries), 15 percent from insects (termites, ants, ...
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'Fed bear is a dead bear': What to do if a Florida black bear comes into your neighborhood
FWC interactive bear map displaying bear calls, mortality and bear captures Bears roam forests and swamps from Eglin Air Force Base in the Panhandle to Ocala National Forest in the state’s ...
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Florida’s Nature Preserves: A Vital Sanctuary For Wildlife And Recreation
Florida, renowned for its vibrant ecosystems, boasts a network of nature preserves that play a crucial role in conserving the state's unique biodiversity. These protected areas offer refuge for a ...
The past year was deadly for endangered Florida panthers. Why aren’t there more wildlife crossings?
Florida panthers. Thirty-six of the endangered cats were killed by vehicle strike – the most since 2016. Yet Florida has no ...
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Water lettuce, native but a nuisance, highlights herbicide tensions
As concerns grow about the impact of herbicides on manatees, new studies point to water lettuce’s roles in aquatic ecosystems.
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12 Things To Do In Mount Dora, Florida
The waters are a haven for bass fishing, bird watching, boating ... including a sunset tour with breathtaking views of the Harris Chain of Lakes and Ocala National Forest. You can even combine your ...
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Ocala National Forest bomb training causing shaking in Volusia County
Conditions might be a little shaky in Volusia County and other areas this week because of U.S. Navy bombing training at the Pinecastle Range Complex in the Ocala National Forest. Residents could ...