It is hard to say that one turtle is more beautiful than another; it is like saying one of your children is more beautiful than another, but this is one beautiful turtle! The diamondback terrapin is the only brackish water turtle in the ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, WildlifeThe news is full of stories about West Nile Virus and everyone should take precautions to prevent mosquito bites. That means personal protection with repellents, proper clothing, emptying containers with water, and staying inside at dawn and ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, WildlifeIt is a song that has been played in our state time and time again. An exotic pet or plant is brought across our borders and either intentionally or accidentally it is released into the environment and a problem ensues. Ornamental ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeOur recent daily rainfall is a welcome site for many of us after the drought of the past few years! However, all the generous rainfall brings the danger of a rise in insect populations, including mosquitoes. Mosquitoes pose a risk to humans ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, WildlifeBlue crab is one of the more popular seafood items along the northern Gulf coast; it’s certainly my favorite! The traditional way of catching blue crab was using a simple line with meat attached to the end. Traps made of metal and collapsing ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeBlue crab is one of the more popular seafood items along the northern Gulf coast; it’s certainly my favorite! The traditional way of catching blue crab was using a simple line with meat attached to the end. Traps made of metal and ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeEveryone loves sea turtles. One of the most exhilarating moments a person can have to is to see a sea turtle swimming in the Gulf from the beach, or a boat, or from our local fishing pier. It is an exciting moment not only for us but ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, WildlifeAfter taking a break from our page for the holidays and a trip to the NACAA annual meeting, we are back in the swing of things! Recently, our office has seen a rise in the number of people calling about hydroponics, aquaculture, and aquaponics. ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources, WildlifeOur area has received frequent rains that bring increases in mosquito populations. Local mosquito management offices are literally working overtime to address the many requests for help with reducing biting mosquitoes. As a homeowner, it ... READ MORE
Category: Pests & Disease, WildlifeThe mining bees or adrenids are often seen in areas of landscapes that have little ground vegetation and loose soil. After mating, the female bee will excavate a very small tunnel in the ground that has several small cells attached to it. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife