FEDERAL RECREATIONAL GAG CLOSURE IN GULF NOAA Fisheries has posted that beginning at 12:01 AM December 3 recreational fishermen are no longer allowed to land gag grouper. The season will remain closed until July 1, 2014. RED SNAPPER The ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeAre you one of those in the Panhandle who has not yet heard of the invasive lionfish? Well, now you have. This non-native member of the scorpionfish family was first seen in U.S. waters in 1989 off the coast near Ft. Lauderdale. Over the last ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeIn our five part series on improving water quality in Pensacola Bay we have discussed the problems our bay is facing, how you can re-landscape your yard to reduce runoff, how to develop a living shoreline if you are a waterfront property owner, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, WaterWe do not typically think of marinas when we are thinking water quality but everyone can think of issues at these facilities that could degrade the bodies of water on which they sit. Motor oil and fuel come to mind first, bottom paint, solid ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, WaterSince the early days of statehood humans in Florida have been altering shorelines to suffice their economic or domestic concerns. Like so many who came after them, the idea that waste could be diluted by discharging into waterways was common ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeSince the early days of statehood humans in Florida have been altering shorelines to suffice their economic or domestic concerns. Like so many who came after them, the idea that waste could be diluted by discharging into waterways was common ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, WaterLast week, Rick discussed how a wide range of pollutants contained in stormwater can cause increases in bacteria, algae, and turbidity in local water bodies. Part 2 of our Water Quality series relates to the Florida Friendly Landscaping (FFL) ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, WaterThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking for help in tracking the occurrence of four species of snakes. The eastern diamondback rattlesnake, the Florida pine snake, the short-tailed snake, and the southern hognose snake. ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural ResourcesDuring the past two summers Pensacola saw extensive rainfall. Residents will often notice the increase in turbid (muddy) water. This is sometimes followed by health advisories and, in extreme cases, fish kills. Residents and visitors alike ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, WaterWant to get a firsthand look at northwest Florida’s coastal environments? Check out the Florida Master Naturalist Program for a hands-on learning experience this fall! Join UF IFAS Escambia and Santa Rosa County Extension agents to learn ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources