Wisteria has become somewhat iconic in lush gardens in the Southeastern United States. In the spring, it’s easy to locate … Continue
The clown knifefish, Chitala ornata, is native to Indochina, but has been found in South Florida starting in the 1990s. … Continue
We all have our different ways of showing love, from a hug to flowers to a date at a fancy … Continue
First of all, there are no vampire bats in Florida! And bats are not rodents. They are in their own … Continue
The walking catfish (Clarias batrachus) is a species of freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia. In Florida, they grow to … Continue
Sawfishes live in coastal tropical and subtropical waters, including estuaries and river systems. Once ranging from New York to Texas, … Continue
Whether you’re a casual seeker or a passionate paleontologist, living in Florida puts a treasure trove of fossil shark teeth … Continue
Scientific name: Ardisia crenata 1. It’s a beautiful troublemaker. Coral ardisia was first offered at a commercial nursery in the U.S. … Continue
Florida’s warm, wet climate makes the state a prime environment for new species to move in and thrive. And because … Continue
Scientific name: Cirripedia (Infraorder) 1. Barnacles are crustaceans. Although they were once thought to be related to snails, it turns … Continue