Florida is home to 5 species of owls each with their own special characteristics and abilities. While it seems everyone wants to be as wise as an owl, there are many other adaptations that make owls enviable. Read on to learn owl you need ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Swooping through the night sky, many people are quick to decry bats as blood suckers, rabies vectors, and a general nuisance. However, these miraculous flying mammals pose little risk to humans and are actually essential in managing our ecosystems. Home ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Events, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
What makes a species “invasive”? How do they invade? Why should you care? Join us July 1 for our latest "Ask an Agent Anything" webinar and we'll explain this and much more. Our "Ask an Agent Anything: Invasive Plants and Animals" webinar ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events, Home Landscapes
Invasive species long have been a problem for Florida, and continue to plague our area. But what is an "invasive," and what can you do about it? First, a little background. Native species are defined as those that existed in Florida prior ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Invasive Species, Natural Resources