Tell Me About: Water Hyacinth in Florida
Don’t let this plant’s beauty fool you! Water hyacinth, or Pontederia/Eichhornia crassipes, is a Category 1 Invasive in Florida and is currently wreaking havoc on freshwater ecosystems all across the state.
Ocean Expert Exchange: The Florida Manta Project
Dive into marine science topics with the Ocean Expert Exchange series hosted by Scientist in Every Florida School and the ANGARI Foundation. Join … Continued
Meet a Scientist: Florida Panthers
Designed with after-school groups in mind, the Meet a Scientist series co-hosted by Scientist in Every Florida School and Prime Time Palm Beach … Continued
Tell Me About: Keeping Soil Healthy in Florida
Soil is more than just dirt. It’s a complex ecosystem filled with living things, organic matter, minerals, and even liquids and gases. But soil in Florida is at risk from a number of climate change-related threats and human-caused issues.
Tell Me About: Wetland Mitigation Banking in Florida
When developers apply for permits to build on wetlands, they can buy credits that go toward the upkeep and maintenance of a nearby wetland.
Habitats, Biodiversity and Conservation
Measures include prohibiting oil and gas drilling in the Everglades, addressing wildlife racketeering and reversing a 2020 rights of nature preemption.
VIDEO: Prescribed Fire in Florida — What is it & why is it important?
In the U.S., Florida is one of the states that performs the most prescribed burns.
University of Miami Researchers Worry About Uncertainty of Endangered Species Act
Meanwhile, Florida’s at-risk species face their challenges.
How Can We Monitor Mass Migrations Globally and Conserve Biodiversity into the Future?
Climate change is causing mass migrations across the globe. These migrations will impact public health, global food supply and human well being.
Florida’s Wildlife: 6 Animals Making Headlines this Month
In Florida, human-animal interactions are inevitable. Here’s what made the news this month.