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New Ocala Wetland Recharge Park Offering Visitors ‘A Peaceful Feeling’

January 7, 2021 Environment

After more than two years of challenging development, the Ocala Wetland Recharge Park has drawn in about 200 visitors a day since opening in September.

Lu The Homosassa Hippo Is Getting Older, But He Still Draws A Crowd

January 5, 2021 Animals

Born in San Diego in 1960, Lu was relocated to Homosassa Springs to join the Ivan Tors Animal Actors. After nearly two decades of starring in movies and television specials, Lu suddenly faced eviction from his beloved home.

Mutts, Masks And Modifications: How Veterinarians Are Handling COVID-19

December 24, 2020 Animals, Business and development

Veterinarians in Florida were deemed essential workers in March, so their work didn’t stop when the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Track Owners And Animal Shelters Prepare For The End Of Dog Racing In Florida

December 24, 2020 Animals, Statewide

Dog racing is now illegal in 41 states – and the two remaining tracks in Florida will soon have their last live races.

In 2020, Gainesville’s Birders Counted On The Unusual

December 18, 2020 Animals, Environment

Bird migrations are a symbol of nature’s regularity. As temperatures continue to rise, that may change.

In A Year Of Disrupted Traditions And Grief, A Cemetery’s Planting Day Offers Comfort

November 9, 2020 Coronavirus, Environment

Amid the grief surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, families and community members came together Saturday at Prairie Creek Conservation Cemetery -- whose 93 acres are dedicated to conservation -- for a bi-annual planting day.

New Florida Rules Would Tighten Restrictions On Invasive Reptiles

November 6, 2020 Environment, Fresh Take Florida

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is proposing a slew of tighter regulations on invasive reptiles. But reptile breeders, exhibitors and shop owners are saying they will threaten the nature of their business, including public education about these species.