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Southeastern five-lined skink, Eumeces inexpectatus

Q: My son is intrigued with the fast running lizards with the blue tails. What can you tell me about them?

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July 17, 2017

Q: My son is intrigued with the fast running lizards with the blue tails. They run too fast for us to get a real good look at them. They appear to be striped. What can you tell me about them? A: The creature you saw was probably the Southeastern ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Broad-headed Skink, Eumeces Fasciatus, Eumeces Inexpectatus, Eumeces Laticeps, Five-lined Skink, Southeastern Five-lined Skink
hummingbird feeding on flower

Q: I want a native vine to grow on my arbor but I want it to attract hummingbirds. Can you give me an idea of what to plant?

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July 17, 2017

A: I am going to suggest we limit our search to those vines which will be perennial, which means they will return season after season. I have three Florida native vines to suggest. The strongest contender would be coral honeysuckle, Lonicera ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Wildlife
Tags: Bignonia Capreolata, Campsis Radicans, Cross Vine, Honeysuckle, Hummingbirds, Lonicera Sempervirens, Trumpet Vine

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