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New Invasive Species Along the Florida Panhandle – the Thrush CowrieInvasive Species

New Invasive Species Along the Florida Panhandle – the Thrush Cowrie

They continue to come.  Invasive species have always been a problem in Florida and many of the south Florida species are moving north.  One of these is a new marine snail – the thrush cowrie.   This snail is from the Red Sea and Indian Ocean and has been dispersing across the oceans for some time now.  Their larva are planktonic and can be carried by the current but are also believed to be dispersed via ships ballast.  They were Read More

Florida Land Steward Update, August 21, 2025Conservation

Florida Land Steward Update, August 21, 2025

THANKS TO THOSE JOINING US FOR THE AUGUST 19 WEBINAR ON WOODLOT MANAGEMENT OPTIONS, RECORDING NOW AVAILABLE This webinar was provided by the UF/IFAS Florida Land Steward Program and UF/IFAS Walton County Extension. Forestry Extension Agent, Ian Stone presented some management options for smaller forest properties (under 40 acres) where Read More