Category: Natural Resources

Why is this tree leaking?

by Jennifer Gillett-Kaufman

June 12, 2015

If you see sap coming out of a tree it could be caused by many different things. Damage to a tree trunk or limb can cause sap to leak out. This is natural wound protection for the tree. The sap comes out and covers up a wound to prevent plant ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: BugWeek, Entomology, FAQ, Insects, Trees

Q: Can you tell me about this butterfly?

by Rebecca Jordi

June 9, 2015

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
Tags: American Painted Lady

Adam’s Needle and Spanish Bayonets

by BLOGS.IFAS

June 8, 2015

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 Resources
Tags: Adam's Needle, Environment, Florida, General Information, Growing, Landscape, Lawn & Garden, Les Harrison, Master Gardener, Natural Resources, Natural Wakulla, Plants, Spanish Bayonet, Trees, UF-IFAS, Wakulla, Wakulla Agriculture, Wakulla CED, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension, Yucca

It is One Goliath of a Fish… the Goliath Grouper

by BLOGS.IFAS

June 7, 2015

For 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, Wildlife
Tags: Fish, Goliath, Grouper, Panhandle Outdoors

Gray Rat Snake

by BLOGS.IFAS

June 5, 2015

Tallahassee 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
Tags: April-June 2013, Forgs, Lizards, Mice, Snakes

Rover Ants in Your Neighborhood

by Kevin O'Horan

June 5, 2015

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
Tags: Ants, Flying Ants, Pests, Rover Ants, Small Insects, UF-IFAS

Attract Wildlife

by Kevin O'Horan

June 4, 2015

‘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, Wildlife
Tags: Bee, Butterfly, Conservation, Corridor, Florida Friendly, Flowers, Wildlife

Spittlebugs

by BLOGS.IFAS

June 3, 2015

Les 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, Wildlife
Tags: Bugs, Environment, Farming, Florida, Garden, General Information, Grass, Growing, Horticulture, Insect, Landscape, Les Harrison, Master Gardener, Natural Resources, Natural Wakulla, Pest Management, Plants, Spit, Spittle, Spittlebug, Turfgrass, UF-IFAS, Wakulla, Wakulla CED, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension

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