In this "Naturally Florida" podcast episode, we explore the world of oysters. What are they? What do they do? What happens when they die? Eastern oysters play a critical role in Florida’s estuarine habitats, supporting hundreds of species ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Have you ever heard that birds are our modern-day dinosaurs? Wild turkeys certainly have some features that remind us of dinosaurs with their bald heads, large feet and overall large size. Turkeys probably aren’t top of mind when someone ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
In this episode, we’re diving into one of the state’s most fascinating plant groups: carnivorous plants. These spooky species have adapted to capture prey in some of Florida’s most nutrient-poor environments. We’ll talk about how they ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water
Pollinators are the unsung heroes of Florida’s ecosystems, supporting the reproduction of our flowering plants in urban, suburban and natural areas. Pollinator populations are declining, and organizations are urging people to take action ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
If the title of this episode sounds familiar, you must be a Creedance Clearwater Revival (CCR) fan like Shannon is! Well, CCR might have actually been singing about seeing the rain but on today's episode of Naturally Florida, we're talking ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Snakes play a critical role in our ecosystems, keeping rodent populations in check and supplying birds of prey with an excellent food source. But our snakes are facing a new threat, an invasive parasite, Raillietiella orientalis from Asia ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
The marsh rabbit is a medium-sized rabbit with short, rounded ears, and small feet. It is similar in appearance to the more familiar eastern cottontail rabbit but without the white color of their tail. The marsh rabbit is found in the southeastern ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Are you itching for answers to the pesky mosquitoes starting to make their presence known? In this two-part episode, we explore the mosquitoes of Florida, covering everything from mosquito biology, types of mosquitoes, mosquito surveillance ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Work & Life