Tag: venomous

Venomous and Nonvenomous Snakes in Florida

Posted: October 11, 2021

Venomous and nonvenomous snakes are a natural part of the Florida environment. Unfortunately, many people suffer from ophidiophobia – which is a strong anxiety toward all snakes (Schaefer 2019). Having increased knowledge of which snakes are venomous and… Read More

Category: Change Category, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Wildlife

Tags: nonvenomous, Snake, venomous

Florida Is So Nice Everything Wants To Live Here, Including Non-Native Animals And Plants!

by Michael Sipos

Posted: May 15, 2020

“Invasions of exotic species cost Floridians over $500 million per year” -Ivegot1.org. May 16th-23rd is Florida Invasive Species Awareness Week and there will be plenty of educational resources to check out during this time to expand your knowledge… Read More

Category: Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife

Tags: anole, Brazilian pepper, cane toad, Collier County, control, Critter Corner, FISAW, FLinvasives, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Invasive Species, lionfish, plants, poisonous, SW FL, venomous

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