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Relative newcomers to Florida, coyotes (Canis latrans) are members of the dog family, referred to as the American jackal, brush wolf, or prairie wolf. They are now found in every county of Florida and range throughout North America and much of Central America. They play an important role in ecosystems and food webs.

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Coyotes: Florida Fish and Wildife Conservation Commission

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Although reptiles and amphibians are distant relatives on the tree of life, they are often found together due to the similar habitats they occupy. Collectively, reptiles (i.e., lizards, turtles, snakes, and crocodylians) and amphibians (i.e., frogs, salamanders, and the eel-like caecilians) are called herpetofauna, herptiles, or herps. [UW517]

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How to Maintain Atala Butterflies in Your Garden Year-Round, Fourth Blog

Vilma ValdesJune 17th, 2024In-A-Pinch Preventative Measures Transfer and Retransfer: A great help to the coonties during the Atalas’ peak munching period is to transfer the bigger caterpillars from the newer growth to older leaves or to a bigger plant that is better able to withstand the chewing. The caterpillars go through several instar phases before pupating and can […]

Celebrate Pollinator Week – June 17-23, 2024

Holly AbeelsJune 17th, 2024Blog post written by Mandy Baily Celebrate Nature’s Wings and Petals! What do insect wings and flower petals have in common? Both come in an astounding array of colors. Insects and flowers are integral pieces of the natural puzzle that provide food and habitat for many, including us. Many winged pollinators such as the admired […]

UF expert shares safety tips as campus bear remains at large

Megan WinslowJune 14th, 2024As officials continued to patrol parts of the University of Florida campus where they last spotted a bear Thursday evening, a wildlife ecologist offered advice about staying safe in the event of a bear encounter. Calmly walk away from the animal and don’t make aggressive moves, said Mark Hostetler, a professor of wildlife ecology with […]

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