This blog post was developed using original content by Laila Cohen, intern UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County, and Holly Abeels, FL Sea Grant Extension Agent, and edited with assistance from Microsoft Copilot. Introduction: Why Grouper Is a Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
This blog post was developed using original content by Laila Cohen, intern UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County, and Holly Abeels, FL Sea Grant Extension Agent, and edited with assistance from Microsoft Copilot. Introduction: What Are Clams? Clams ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
This blog post was developed using original content by Laila Cohen, intern UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County, and Holly Abeels, FL Sea Grant Extension Agent, and edited with assistance from Microsoft Copilot. Shrimping is a beloved tradition ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
This blog post was developed using original content by Laila Cohen, intern UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County, and Holly Abeels, FL Sea Grant Extension Agent, and edited with assistance from Microsoft Copilot. If you’re an offshore angler ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Blog post written by Laila Cohen, UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County intern Did You Know... Florida has the highest number of shark bites in the U.S. In 2024, 14 unprovoked shark bites occurred in Florida, 8 of which were in Volusia County, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Blog post written by Laila Cohen, UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County intern Millions of people go boating in Florida waterways on the Fourth of July weekend. Some are locals who’ve been boating their whole life, others are tourists renting ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
March 2025 Upcoming Classes & Events Join us at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County Office for some fun learning experiences! Make sure to follow us on Eventbrite to be notified by email whenever we post a new class: https://brevardextension.eventbrite.com Want ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, Lawn, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & Life
In February 2025, I attended the Indian River Lagoon Symposium. Every year the symposium aims to present the latest knowledge and research about the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) and its management. If you’re interested in learning more about ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
I have the Merlin Bird ID mobile app on my phone. It comes in handy when I hear a bird, but I am not sure what it is. The app has a feature where you can record sound, and it compares the sound to its database of bird calls. Then, it shows you ... READ MORE
Category: NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Blog post written by Mandy Baily Celebrate Nature’s Wings and Petals! What do insect wings and flower petals have in common? Both come in an astounding array of colors. Insects and flowers are integral pieces of the natural puzzle that ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife