Tag: Florida predators

Coyotes and Livestock in Florida

Posted: March 28, 2016

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… Read More

Category: Agriculture, Livestock, SFYL Hot Topic, Wildlife

Tags: Agriculture Hot Topic, Coyotes, Florida predators, livestock loss

Protecting Livestock from Predators

Posted: October 26, 2015

Predators are animals that kill and eat other animals, or prey. Predation is a natural process, and the only animals not considered predators are ones that strictly feed on plants. The first step in protecting livestock from predators… Read More

Category: Agriculture, Livestock, SFYL Hot Topic

Tags: Agriculture, Agriculture Hot Topic, black bear, Coyotes, domestic dogs, farm management, Florida panther, Florida predators, guard dogs, Livestock, livestock protection, predators

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