Category: Natural Resources

In Terms of Conserving Biodiversity – How Functional is a Conservation Development?

by hostetm
February 18, 2026

I recently blogged about how we could construct urban communities that conserve biodiversity. On private lands marked for development, one strategy to conserve biodiversity is to build a conservation development (CD). CD is an approach to the ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Conservation, Green Development, Sustainable Development

Why Birds Hit Windows — And How We Can Help

by hostetm
February 8, 2026

By Mark Hostetler and Elle Henson Glass windows are one of the most common causes of bird mortality in North America. Especially during the migration season, millions of birds are flying around buildings and unfortunately many hit windows. ... READ MORE

Category: Blog Community, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Backyard Wildlife, Bird Migration, Bird-friendly Windows, Conservation, UF/IFAS Extension, Urban Birds
White Ibis birds in a wetland.

Florida Master Naturalist Program Courses beginning April 2025

by martinmain
March 25, 2025

Are you a nature enthusiast or simply interested in learning more about Florida's amazing ecosystems, the plants and animals that live there, and the conservation issues they face? Are you an educator or ecotour guide looking to expand upon ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Events, Forests, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: FMNP, FMNP Blog, Https://www.facebook.com/@OfficialFMNP/, UF/IFAS Extension, WEC Department, Wildlife Ecology And Conservation

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