Category Archives: Swamps

Beavers – Engineering Marvel or Farmer’s Frustration

Posted on March 17, 2017 by John

Even though the “work” beavers do can sometimes cause frustration to land owners, they are truly amazing creatures.  A number of questions have come into the Extension Office lately about managing beavers, so it is a good time to discuss a … Continue reading →

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Transient Birds and Beach House Refuge

Posted on July 22, 2016 by John

Birds, migration, and climate change. Mix them all together and intuitively, we can imagine an ecological train wreck in the making. Many migratory bird species have seen their numbers plummet over the past half-century – due not to climate change, … Continue reading →

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Alligators Become More Active in the Spring

Posted on April 10, 2015 by John

The American Alligator is an icon in the state of Florida. Viewed on the program “Swamp People” and as the mascot of the University of Florida, most visitors to our state view this animal more on television than in the wild; but … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Adventure is Nearby!

Posted on March 27, 2015 by John

This time of year, many families are looking for ways to entertain their kids during spring break. For those not planning to travel far, our area is full of fun, and often inexpensive, outdoor adventures. As part of a series … Continue reading →

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Fall Season Can Mean More Snake Encounters

Posted on October 10, 2014 by John

In the last few weeks we have received an increase in calls about snake encounters. Most of these have dealt with small juvenile snakes folks are finding on their property, or in their homes, but we are also hearing about … Continue reading →

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A means of survival: Mimicry

Posted on July 13, 2013 by John

“Imitation is the sincerest of flattery,” wrote Charles Caleb Colton. Colton was a sometimes cleric, essayist, wine merchant and gambler who bounced around Europe and North America during the early nineteenth century. It is likely many of his financial lenders … Continue reading →

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Swamps: Watershed or Wasteland?

Posted on May 19, 2013 by John

Recent rains have left water standing on some panhandle Florida real estate which has been dry for several years.  Ponds, natural and dug, are brimming with water reflecting the generous outpouring from the slow and wet weather system which passed … Continue reading →

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