Since the early days of statehood humans in Florida have been altering shorelines to suffice their economic or domestic concerns. Like so many who came after them, the idea that waste could be diluted by discharging into waterways was common ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, WaterFall Webworms are active in local trees but are not a concern at this time of year. Caterpillars are feeding on leaves and trees may not look their best as a result, but they will survive just fine. If you can reach the webs and caterpillars ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, WildlifeTallahassee Democrat September 13, 2013 By: Taylor Vandiver As summer comes to a close and the cooler weather of fall is ushered in, you may find yourself longing to move your activities outdoors and commune with nature. However, as you ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesLast week, Rick discussed how a wide range of pollutants contained in stormwater can cause increases in bacteria, algae, and turbidity in local water bodies. Part 2 of our Water Quality series relates to the Florida Friendly Landscaping (FFL) ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, WaterThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking for help in tracking the occurrence of four species of snakes. The eastern diamondback rattlesnake, the Florida pine snake, the short-tailed snake, and the southern hognose snake. ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural ResourcesDuring the past two summers Pensacola saw extensive rainfall. Residents will often notice the increase in turbid (muddy) water. This is sometimes followed by health advisories and, in extreme cases, fish kills. Residents and visitors alike ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, WaterClick here for photo. Caption at bottom. GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Animal biodiversity suffers near conservation areas that border big farms, and the effects can spread for miles, according to a new study by University of Florida researchers ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS TeachingWant to get a firsthand look at northwest Florida’s coastal environments? Check out the Florida Master Naturalist Program for a hands-on learning experience this fall! Join UF IFAS Escambia and Santa Rosa County Extension agents to learn ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural ResourcesGuest Article for the Tallahassee Democrat August 16, 2013 By Fred Q. Vroom Bats are gentle intelligent mammals that render a great service to mankind, pollinating plants and eating insects; they exist in huge numbers, being exceeded ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeGuest Article for the Tallahassee Democrat August 23, 2013 Photo by Taylor Vandiver By David MacManus Our local landscapes are often much like “plant zoos” planted with many exotic ornamentals such as crape myrtles, evergreen ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources