Category: Natural Resources
Florida Land Steward Update, March 1, 2024
March 1, 2024
NATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES AWARENESS WEEK (NISAW), FEB. 26-MAR. 3, 2024 NISAW is a nation-wide event to raise awareness about invasive species, the threat that they pose, and what can be done to prevent their spread. Thanks to all the partners ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, WaterTags: Awards, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Health, Forest Management, Forestry, Hurricane Recovery, Natural Resources, NISAW, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Tax Tips, Timber, Tree Farm, Wildlife
¿Puma o pantera? las cosas del idioma
February 29, 2024
El documento de EDIS en inglés Did I See a Panther? revisado en 2018 muestra un felino de color canela suave, subespecie de los pumas, habitante de Florida y en especie de extinción. Se le llama también león de montaña. El trabajo es una ... READ MORE
Category: WildlifeTags: AskIFAS, Department Of Wildlife Ecology And Conservation, Español, Panther, Puma
What Do Our Readers Have to Say?
February 29, 2024
We have been posting these blogs for over 3 years now, and you have come with us every step of the way. We have had jokes, song lists, and hidden Easter Eggs along the way. I am hoping you have had fun AND learned something. This communication ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Brett Bultemeier, Pesticide Information Office, Survey
UF/IFAS research: Can artificial intelligence outsmart invasive species?
February 29, 2024
Argentine black and white tegus are large non-native invasive lizards posing a threat to the biodiversity and natural balance of Florida’s ecosystems. Tegus have a diverse diet including fruits, vegetables, insects, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, WildlifeTags: @TheCrocDocs, AI, AI Trap, Argentine Black And White Tegu, Artificial Intelligence, Croc Docs, FLREC, Fort Lauderdale Research And Education Center, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Invasion Science, Invasion Science Research Institute, Invasive Species, Invasive Species Research, Jenna Cole, Melissa Miller, News, Research, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Wildlife Ecology And Conservation, University Of Florida, World Vision Systems
Investigación de UF/IFAS: ¿Puede la inteligencia artificial ganarle la batalla a las especies invasoras?
February 29, 2024
Creado por Lourdes Mederos, gerente de relaciones públicas en español para el Departamento de Comunicaciones de UF/IFAS. https://youtu.be/6SpjvWk6bjU Notas destacadas Los tegus argentinos blancos y negros, también conocidos como ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Research, WildlifeTags: Captura, Centro De Investigacion Y Educacion De UF/IFAS En Fort Lauderdale, Control, Deteccion, Español, Especies Invasoras, Florida, FLREC, Fort Pierce, IA, Instituto De Investigación Científica De Especies Invasoras, Inteligencia Artificial, ISRI, Lagartos Overos, Melissa Miller, Monitoreo, Monitoreo Y Control De Especies Invasoras, Proyecto Tegu, Reptiles Invasores, Spanish, Tegu, Tegu Argentino, Tegus Argentinos Blancos Y Negros, Trampas, Trampeo, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Croc Docs, UF/IFAS FLREC, Wild Vision Systems
Navigating Climate Anxiety: A Personal Journey
February 29, 2024
The American Psychological Association refers to climate or eco anxiety as ‘a chronic fear of environmental doom’ that stems from the perceived threats posed by environmental issues such as stronger and more frequent storms, sea-level rise, ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationTags: Anxiety, Climate, Pgm_Sustain
Gators 4 Mercy: A Journey in Water Security with Water 4 Mercy
February 28, 2024
As a graduate student at the University of Florida in 2021, Anthony Halcyon saw a local news segment that he credits for changing the trajectory of his academic and humanitarian endeavors as a scientist. It showcased the impactful work of Water ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Natural Resources, WaterTags: Anthony Bolesta, Anthony Halcyon, Humanitarian, Soil Water And Ecosystem Sciences, Water
Weekly “What is it?”: Parchment tube worm
February 28, 2024
Beachcombing is a fun way to spend time on our local shorelines. While most people are interested in unusual shells or intact sand dollars, other fascinating organisms will wash up in the wrack line as well. One of my favorites is the unassuming ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, WildlifeTags: Coastal Wildlife, Estuaries, Weekly What Is It, Wildlife