A: Since we were both standing outside and looking at the butterfly visiting the blackberry flowers at the Yulee Fruit Demonstration garden, it was easy to identify. The butterfly is called an American Painted Lady or American Lady, Vanessa ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Les Harrison is the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director Those who have never visited Florida tend to imagine the entire state encompassed by sprawling, white sand beaches and palm trees. Though our state is famous for its coast, inland ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesFor many who are seafood lovers there is nothing like a good grouper sandwich; makes me hungry just to write that. Groupers are members of the one of the largest families of fish in the Gulf of Mexico. There are 33 species in the family Serranidae, ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeTallahassee Democrat June 5, 2015 By: Kathy Kinsey Photo by Kathy Kinsey I am sure you have all heard the old adage “the only good snake is a dead snake” and to some, this is just how they feel about all snakes. There are a few ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Dark Rover Ants (Brachymyrmex patagonicus) are an introduced nuisance ant species that can be found throughout the Southeastern United States. These very small brown ants, ranging in size from 1-3mm, live in colonies built in the soil. These ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife‘Attract Wildlife’ is the 5th principle of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™. This can be as simple as planting flowers, such as this starry rosinweed Silphium asteriscus, that attract many kinds of pollinators. Keep in mind that nuts, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS Extension, WildlifeLes Harrison is the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director Insects are capable of creating many fascinating structures to ensure their survival. Tent caterpillars are known for making a protective barrier out of web. Gall wasps use the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeLife Stages of the True Jellyfish: Photo: By Matthias Jacob Schleiden (1804-1881) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons “Ouch, something just stung me.” This is a common phrase to hear someone say (I’ve heard myself say it) while enjoying ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife