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Since Hurricane Irma in 2017, water levels have risen in Paynes Prairie, fishing along 441 has become popular regardless of the 'No Fishing' signs.
Read More »Anglers Line 441 As Fish Flood Canals
In Florida, There’s A Growing Need To ‘Respect Your Elders,’ And That Includes Gopher Tortoises
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has been promoting the awareness of Gopher Tortoise Day and the protection of these reptiles since 2016 because gopher tortoises are a keystone species.
Read More »‘A Complex Issue With Many Factors,’ Red Tide Is The Focus Of UF Panel This Week
UF's Thompson Earth Systems Institute is hosting a panel called “Beyond Dead Fish: How Red Tide Affects All Floridians,” on Friday from 3 to 4 p.m.
Read More »What’s The Future Of Sunscreen In Florida? Environmentalists And Doctors Burn In Disagreement
Dermatologists disagree with a Senate bill prohibiting the sale of sunscreen containing chemicals that could pose a threat to coral reefs. Similar bills have already been passed by Hawaii's state legislature and The Key West City Commission.
Read More »Silver Springs Reintroduces Small-Game Hunting
Hunting is slowly being reintroduced to the conservation area, much to the delight of some Ocala locals.
Read More »FWC: Suspects Used Dogs To Attack Florida Black Bears
Nine people face animal-cruelty charges and other allegations after a year-long investigation into the use of dogs to attack Florida black bears, Attorney General Pam Bondi’s office and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced Wednesday.
Read More »It’s Known As The ‘ABC’ Plan. Can It Solve Red Tide?
Red tide – the toxic algae scientifically known as Karenia brevis – continues to destroy marine life, restaurants and the livelihood of some South Florida communities.
Read More »The Clam Farmer: Concern Over Water Quality Key for Mike Hodges
Cedar Key clam farmer Mike Hodges makes his living on the water and worries about water quality and the environment, but he is also a proponent of smaller government and deregulation. He grew up a Democrat, but trusts the Republicans to make better decisions about viable solutions.
Read More »The Story Of The Search For Jungle Friends’ Escaped Capuchin Monkey
A 7-pound capuchin monkey named Carli escaped from the Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary on Oct. 21. Staff members have searched and tried to lure her home with food, but she hasn't been found.
Read More »Gourmet Rodent Breeds Global Exotic Pet Business In Newberry
The Gourmet Rodent is home to 75,000 animals ranging from ball pythons and corn snakes to arachnids, frozen mice and scorpions. The city of Newberry made zoning changes to accommodate the exotic pet business, which owner Mike Layman says is the largest in the world.
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