There are many animals that strike fear in humans but little cause more than snakes. Interestingly kids seem to like them, it is when we become an adult that we do not; why is that? There are several explanations and all have merit. One are ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeRat snakes are one of the more commonly encountered snakes in our area. They truly do eat a lot of rodents and so this draws them towards human habitation searching for food. As a group they can grow quite large and for those of us who do ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeAnyone who has been to the Roy Hyatt Environmental Center in the past 21 years has probably met “Regis”, our eastern kingsnake. “Regis” has been our “poster-child” for snake biology and conservation for 1000’s of visitors to the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeWild hogs are a nuisance to farmers, timberland owners and even subdivision residents. With recent rains, wild hogs are expanding their ranges and looking for new feeding areas. The time to control wild hogs on the farm is before the crop ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureTwice in the past week, I've had the pleasure of running across the charming killdeer (Charadrius vociferous), a species of bird related to the endangered plovers often found on area beaches. While they may also live near the water, killdeer ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeAre you interested in exploring and discovering more about the waterways and wildlife around you? If so, Panhandle Outdoors LIVE may be right up your alley. In 2012, natural resources Extension Agents took over 200 people on trips ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesReasons for Abnormal Antlers The reasons for abnormal antler growth often are unknown, and highly speculative. But there are three basic probable causes: The defects are coded in genes, and therefore hereditary. Defects are caused by physiological ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureThe Southeast Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation has dubbed 2013 as the “Year of the Snake”. There are many animals that strike fear in humans but little cause more than snakes. Interestingly kids seem to like them. It is ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesFWCC Seeks Public Input on Deer Management in the Panhandle The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWCC) announces a series of public meetings on deer management in the Florida Panhandle to which all persons are invited. Times ... READ MORE
Category: AgricultureIt is hard to say one turtle is more beautiful than another but this is one beautiful turtle! The diamondback terrapin is the only brackish water turtle in the United States. These turtles can be easily distinguished from other species by ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources