Barrier islands are first line of protection for Gulf Coast communities
Barrier islands and their intact dunes are our natural fortresses
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Florida is ground zero for invasive species, but you can help
The annual impact of invasive plants, animals and disease to Florida’s agriculture industry is estimated at $179 million.
Climate Smart Floridians program designed for learning, discussion about climate change
Starting Oct. 5, the course will be held online via Zoom for six weeks, on Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. ...
While volunteers keep an ‘Eye on Seagrass,’ Florida Sea Grant launches new website for the citizen science program
Seagrasses stabilize shorelines, sequester carbon and act as a food source and a habitat for important fish species.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
