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41 Indigo Snakes — the Longest Snake Species Native to the U.S. — Released in Florida
The non-venomous snakes are a "lynchpin species in the longleaf pine ecosystem," which Florida experts are working to restore On April 30, The Nature Conservancy released 41 eastern indigo snakes ...
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Exploring Duette Preserve: What’s inside Manatee County’s haven for rare wildlife?
Pine flatwoods are among habitats at Duette ... Naturalist Elliot Prout describes the beneficial role of longleaf pines in Florida ecosystems during a tour of Duette Preserve sponsored by the ...
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Red-Cockaded Woodpecker Recovering Under Endangered Species Act
Unfortunately, long-leaf pine ecosystems are now among the most endangered systems ... Most recently, Hurricane Helene wiped out 18 nest cavity trees in just one area in Florida. Red-cockaded ...
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Lawsuit Challenges Federal Failure to Protect Rare Wildlife From South Florida Development
Pine rocklands are home to dozens of rare and endangered ... Tropical Audubon’s Legacy is to protect, conserve and restore South Florida ecosystems by working closely with local governments and other ...