Tag: ocean
Invasive Species: Asian Green Mussels
September 23, 2017
Found in numerous locations in Florida, the Asian green mussel has become an invasive species. An invasive species is those plants and animals that are not native to an area and which have a negative impact on native species, the environment, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, WaterTags: Boat Safety, Coastal Pest, Florida Coast, Green Mussels, Invasive Species, Mussels, Ocean
Conservation of Coral Reefs
August 26, 2017
Coral Reefs: Why Conservation is So Important Did you know that coral reefs are actually small animals related to jellyfish? Corals live together in large groups and form huge interconnected colonies known as coral reefs. Coral reefs are often ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeTags: Conservation, Coral, Coral Reef, Ocean
Plastic in My Toothpaste?!
November 16, 2015
I didn’t use this title just to catch your attention; I used this title because it’s true. Some toothpaste products actually contain tiny pieces of plastic. Often the “stuff” that makes your toothpaste look pretty is really plastic bits. ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Water, Work & LifeTags: Contaminants, Fish, Fleece, Florida, Marine Life, Microfiber, Microplastic, Ocean, Plastic, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Sea Turtles, Tampa Bay, Toothpaste, Water Quality
Hermit Crabs
July 8, 2015
Les Harrison is the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director There are many species of the animal kingdom known to use tools. To humans, this is a sign of intelligence, at least to some degree. While hermit crabs may not be considered a ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeTags: Animal, Beach, Crab, Crustacean, Environment, Florida, General Information, Gulf, Hermit Crab, Les Harrison, Natural Resources, Natural Wakulla, Nature, Ocean, Shell, UF-IFAS, Wakulla, Wakulla CED, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension, Water, Wildlife