How Many Florida Snakes are Venomous?
If you love snakes, then Florida is your place! There are a total of forty-four (44) species of snakes in the State of Florida and… Read More »How Many Florida Snakes are Venomous?
Florida’s Guide to Venomous Snakes
There are only six (6) of Florida’s forty-four (44) snake species that are actually venomous. Here’s a great guide from the Florida Fish and Wildlife… Read More »Florida’s Guide to Venomous Snakes
Florida’s Guide to Nonvenomous Snakes
What snakes are nonvenomous in Florida? Most of the snakes you will come across in Florida are typically nonvenomous ones. But that’s not to say… Read More »Florida’s Guide to Nonvenomous Snakes
Gray Fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus)
Florida’s gray fox, often elusive is native to Florida and is commonly mistaken as a red fox due to the colors of red they also… Read More »Gray Fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus)
What is Rabies? Pets and Wildlife
Rabies is a very well known and extremely deadly virus spread to people from the saliva of an infected animal. According to Florida Health, the… Read More »What is Rabies? Pets and Wildlife
Using Deterrents to Keep Coyotes Away
Note before playing the video below, please lower your volume as the sounds may be loud. Some of the most basic things can be the… Read More »Using Deterrents to Keep Coyotes Away
How to Haze Coyotes – Deter Coyotes
Below is a great short, educational video by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission discussing how to “haze” or in common terms deter coyotes… Read More »How to Haze Coyotes – Deter Coyotes
Southeastern American Kestrel (Falco sparverius paulus)
Is the American Kestrel native to Florida? Is the Southeastern American Kestrel an endangered species? According to Florida Fish and Wildlife (FWC): The Southeastern American… Read More »Southeastern American Kestrel (Falco sparverius paulus)
Are Red-eared Sliders Native to Florida?
Common questions: Are red-eared sliders native to Florida? Are red-eared slider turtles native to Florida? Red-eared sliders are a non-native turtle to Florida. They are… Read More »Are Red-eared Sliders Native to Florida?
Opossums Aren’t the Enemy!
Are Opossum good to have in your yard? Yes! Opossum (Didelphis virginiana) should not be treated as an enemy to your yard. There are actually… Read More »Opossums Aren’t the Enemy!