Tell Me About: Endangered Species in Florida
What is it? Florida is home to an incredibly diverse array of ecosystems, ranging from coastal dunes and coral reefs … Continue
Action of the Week: Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day
Time to Un–Ruffle Your Feathers because May 10th is World Migratory Bird Day! Each spring and fall, skies around the … Continue
Gopher Tortoises Amid Florida’s Rapid Development
Known as “nature’s apartment builders,” gopher tortoises carve out burrows that offer shelter and resources to over 350 species. But … Continue
Florida’s Environment: 10 Stories to Watch for April
A Tampa Bay Times investigation revealed that nearly one in four of Florida’s waterways are dangerously polluted, with many worsening over the … Continue
Action of the Week: City Nature Challenge
What is happening? Every year, cities across the globe come together for a friendly, nature-focused competition known as the City … Continue
Tell Me About: Florida Monarchs
What is it? The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is one of North America’s most recognizable and iconic butterflies, known for … Continue
Tell Me About: Bird Plumage
What is going on? If you’ve seen the red flash of a Northern Cardinal in your backyard, or watched a … Continue
Action of the Week: Springs Diving
Florida’s springs draw in tourists from around the world. From Devils Den to Manatee Springs, each have their own unique … Continue
Tell Me About: Florida Sea Grant
What is it? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Sea Grant College Program started in the early 1960s, to … Continue
Tell Me About: Noise Pollution
What is noise pollution? Noise pollution is any “unwanted or disturbing” sound, which can lead to adverse effects for both … Continue