Summertime and swimming at the beach just go together naturally in Florida with our state’s more than 1,000 miles of coastline. Many fond memories are created along these salty margins and the Panhandle region of the state has some of the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
News from FWC: Recent changes to the buoys marking the Boca Grande Channel will affect tarpon anglers and others fishing in Boca Grande Pass during the months of April, May, and June. Because of natural shifts in the depth, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources
Have you ever seen a coyote walking down the sidewalk or dashing across the highway? You’re not alone. Over the past four to five decades, coyotes have expanded into Florida and have now been reported from the Panhandle to the Florida Keys.1 ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, SFYL Hot Topic, WildlifeWhat is a sponge? There are more than 9,000 sponge species in the world’s oceans. Because they don’t move, you might think that sponges are plants, but they are actually considered animals—think of a sponge as a bunch of single-celled ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot TopicSpring is a busy time for hummingbirds. After wintering in Central and South America, species such as the ruby-throated hummingbird are now returning to Florida to build nests and raise their young.1 Now is a great time to learn about attracting ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, SFYL Hot Topic, Wildlife
By Kodiak Hengstebeck, Masters student, Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Dept. The Florida Everglades are collapsing. Or, at least, some areas of the park are washing away. Hordes of wildlife enthusiasts and adventurers alike visit the ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural ResourcesThe majestic bald eagle. Their numbers are increasing along the Florida Panhandle.Photo: Pensacola New Journal ARTICLE BY DOROTHY KAUFMANN – Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida Orphaned bald eagles are being fostered by two non-releasable ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeBy C. Jane Anderson, PhD candidate, Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Dept. If you’re a Floridian, your backyard used to be on fire. Frequently, as a matter of fact. This is because, historically, nearly the entire southeastern U.S. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeThis week’s showers are stimulating all kinds of plant growth and development. Some are producing showy, bright blooms now while others will be blooming later. Some of these plants are critically important to specific insects. Without the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS ExtensionIt’s that time of year… the air is warming and spring break has begun. Crowds of locals and visitors have begun to descend on area beaches to enjoy the panhandle sunshine and waterways, and safety is always a concern. One of the many water ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Recreation