Category: Natural Resources

Wildlife and Invasive Species Education (WISE) Species Profile: Eastern Gray Squirrel
September 21, 2020
Common Name: Eastern Gray Squirrel Scientific Name: Sciurus carolinensis Identification: The eastern gray squirrel ranges in size between 17 to 20 inches long and weighs about 1 to 1.5 lbs. The tail of the eastern gray squirrel is bushy ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
How To Effectively Disinfect A Private Drinking Well
September 18, 2020
Hurricanes bring excessive rain. When heavy rains bring flooding to an area, your private well may not be safe to drink. It may be in danger of contamination from pollutants found in the flood waters. If your well has been flooded, meaning either ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS Extension, WaterTags: Bacteria, Bacterial Contamination, Bleach, Chlorine, Drinking Water, Flooded Well, Private Well, Shock Chlorination, UF IFAS Extension Water Agents, Water, Water RSA, Well Disinfection, Well Water, Yilin Zhuang