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Tell Me About: Rice’s Whale

What is it?   In 2019, an unidentifiable whale was found beached in the Everglades and genetically analyzed. Originally identified as a subspecies of Bryde’s whales, research revealed the … Continue

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Habitats and Biodiversity

The vibrant biodiversity of Florida’s ecosystems is a defining characteristic of the Sunshine State. Accordingly, legislators often focus on strengthening … Continue

A green sea turtle swims above a seagrass meadow in the ocean.

One is All it Takes

For millions of years, sea turtles have played important roles in marine food chains. Today, they face many threats, most of which stem from human activity.

Image of Florida with manatee, alligator, and whooping crane

Habitats & Biodiversity

Several bills have the potential to affect some of the state’s most-loved species and the habitats they depend on.