The National Survey of Fishing, Hunting and Wildlife-Related Recreation is conducted by the United States Census Bureau every five years as a way to compare outdoor recreational activities among the states. In order to assess angling, this national ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water
Over the last couple of weeks I’ve heard from several citizens who thought their ponds were contaminated by chemicals because they have had several hundred fish die. What I found when I visited these ponds was that the dead fish were are ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Water
Chart of Characteristics of Flowering Trees for Subtropical Locations includes Botanical Name, Common Name, Potential Height, Flower Color Flower, Grade, Flowering, Season and Uses READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources
Youth from Mayport Elementary made the trip down to Blue Spring State Park on the 1st of February to see the gentle giants they have been learning about the last few weeks. Dr. Maia McGuire created a manatee curriculum several years ago to ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine
The Gopher Tortoise is one of Florida's most unique reptile. The Gopher Tortoise is known an a keystone species. Gopher tortoises dig deep burrows in the ground for refuge and for protection. These burrows average a depth of 6.5 feet and can ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
From T. Bates, by email Answer Although there are 12 palms native to Florida, only two have been determined to be endemic to Florida. A plant native to Florida may also be native to other locations outside of Florida most often to the West ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
The focus of all 4-H programs is to develop youth as individuals and responsible, productive citizens. The National 4-H Shooting Sports Program stands out as an example. Youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms, the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Curriculum, Natural Resources, Recreation
The Cuban treefrog is just one of many invasive species that have entered Florida. Native to Cuba, Cuban treefrogs arrived in the 1920's in the Florida Keys. Since them, it has increased its range spreading as far as Alachua County. The Cuban ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources
The cottonmouth is the aquatic superstar of venomous snakes in Florida. Also known as the moccasin, the cottonmouth can be found in every county in the sunshine state. Cottomouths are relatively large snakes. Specimens can reach a length of ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Plastic Straws: Unfortunate and Unnecessary Picture yourself sitting down to eat at your favorite restaurant. The server comes over to take your drink order and, voila! The server returns with your drinks - complete with, you guessed it, a ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources