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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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Herpetofauna

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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Horticulture Happy Hour: Pindo Palm

Wayne HobbsAugust 19th, 2024Have you ever seen a palm tree make fruit? While dates may be the most famous fruit tree from palms, one great Florida-Friendly palm we have growing throughout much of the state should not be overlooked for your landscape or in a tasty cocktail. Try a Pindo Pindo palms (Butia odorata) can grow in most […]

Weekly “What is it?”: Orb Weaver Spiders

carriestevensonAugust 15th, 2024While 8-legged critters often spook people, my son has a soft spot for spiders. Years ago, he discovered one while in the shower, covered it with a cup to protect it from the threat of the drain, and released it safely outdoors. On a recent family hike through a state park, we noticed dozens of […]

Wild Sarasota: Lizard Land- A Few of Sarasota’s Common and Lesser-known Lizard Species

Zahir Ringgold CordesAugust 14th, 2024Some are legless, while others are lengthy and quite large! They may be lackluster or lavishly colored, and love to laze in warm sunny spots. Florida is a land of many lizards, and here in Sarasota, there is a diverse bunch of interesting animals to get to know! In this blog, learn a few native […]

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