UF/IFAS scientists discover sea level rise threat to Florida’s endangered pine rocklands
Rising sea levels and salt intrusion are negatively impacting the symbiotic fungi associated with pines in this habitat.
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Rare Florida bat’s survival hinges on urban conservation efforts
The Florida bonneted bat faces challenges such as habitat loss, pesticide use and pollution.
Uncovering new insights about native palms
A University of Miami student hopes to glean new knowledge about the rare and endangered Miami palmetto.
Protecting Miami’s pine rocklands strengthens ecosystems, communities
Pine rockland forests are like biological lifeboats carrying a precious crew of rare and endangered species into the future.
We must protect what little is left of our fragile, irreplaceable pine rocklands
To lose Miami’s pine rocklands would mean losing one of the most exceptional pieces of Florida’s natural heritage.
Miami Wilds is a threat to Zoo Miami’s conservation efforts
Miami Wilds is a water park planned next to the zoo on critical habitats for endangered species, such as the Florida ...
Proposed Miami water park would harm critical habitat, vulnerable species
The proposed Miami Wilds water park has stirred controversy due to potentially detrimental effects on the pine rockland ecosystem.
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