Tilapia in Stormwater Ponds

Michael D'ImperioJuly 15th, 2024Tilapia are a member of the cichlid family, native to Africa and the Middle East. These tropical fish were first introduced to Florida in the early 1960s and have since spread throughout the state’s freshwater systems where they frequent nutrient rich waters, including stormwater ponds. Tilapia are salt tolerant and have been observed in mangrove […]

July 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector

Morgan PinkertonJuly 8th, 2024Recap of July 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector In July, we talked about invasive pests of pine. Florida has about 17 million acres of forestland with a significant portion covered in pine. The state also has a significant pine industry. Florida produces around 750 million board feet of pine annual used both within […]

First Fridays with Florida First Detector, Coming again Sept 2024-2025!

Morgan PinkertonJune 26th, 2024What is Florida First Detector? Florida First Detector is a multiagency educational effort focused on enhancing the early detection of invasive pests that threaten agriculture, nursery industries, and natural areas. We offer in-person and virtual classes. The Florida First Detector website also provides scripted presentations for educators and on-demand CEU opportunities for licensed professionals. Our […]

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