A Great Blue Heron captures and eats an invasive Swamp Eel! The impact of the Swamp Eel on the Everglades ecosystem is profound. These eels have drastically altered freshwater dynamics, which previously controlled populations of many aquatic species. Once driven by natural cycles like drought, prey populations now hinge on whether they fall victim to the Swamp Eel. This incredible moment was captured right outside our main office!...#savetheglades #greatblueheron #swampeel #invasive #everglades #LongLivetheEverglades #BergeronEvergladesFoundation #SawgrasstoSeagrass #TheJourneyofWater #FloridaEverglades #Everglades
Black bears are the only species of bear found in Florida, they are considered an “umbrella” species - a wide-ranging species whose protection (and habitat’s protection) in turn protects numerous other species. ...#Savetheglades #Trailcamtuesday #floridablackbear #LongLivetheEverglades #BergeronEvergladesFoundation #SawgrasstoSeagrass #TheJourneyofWater #FloridaEverglades #Everglades
The Florida Everglades is the southernmost place in the world you will find the North American River Otter. ...#savetheglades #trailcametuesday #northamericanriverotter #otter #otters #otterlife #otterlyadorable#LongLivetheEverglades #BergeronEvergladesFoundation #SawgrasstoSeagrass #TheJourneyofWater #FloridaEverglades #Everglades
In the heart of the Everglades, these Limpkin parents guide their young through the marshy trails, showing them the ropes of survival. Limpkins are known for their distinctive calls that echo across the wetlands, and they’re especially fond of apple snails, a favorite meal!
Did you know Limpkin chicks can walk and follow their parents just a few hours after hatching? And within just a few days, these little ones begin learning to forage on their own! These unique birds play a crucial role in maintaining the Everglades’ delicate balance.
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Sometimes, the hardest choices are the ones we have to make.
Our VP, Diamond Bergeron, recently encountered a 12'1 python with veteran Python hunter Mike Elfenbein at the entrance of her family’s ranch near the Big Cypress National Preserve. This marks the first time a python has been found at Green Glades West within the Kissimmee Billie Swamp—a sobering sign that their range is expanding. 🐍
This isn’t taken lightly; these moments remind us that while pythons didn’t ask to be here, as humans are the reason they are wreaking havoc where they shouldn’t, it’s essential to protect the Everglades and its native wildlife. Doing what’s right isn’t always easy, but it's necessary.
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WATCH OUT FOR OUR FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS 🐢🤎
Have you noticed more turtles trying to cross the road? Here’s why: It is peak turtle nesting season in Florida!
Florida softshell turtles will sometimes leave their ponds or streams to look for nesting areas or better habitat. This leads to crossing roads and highways where they can be struck by cars. Unfortunately, turtles are struck daily and this can often be prevented. Keep a look out and be sure to slow down!
Turtles can be helped across the road if it is safe to do so, but it’s important to only move the turtle in the direction it was heading and release it once it is safe. Turtles should not be transported to entirely new locations, even if it appears there isn’t appropriate habitat for it nearby.
Report sick or dead turtles to the FWC here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/8f1a3c2231f94f0aa50f5a5f0ed1ed49
Let's do what we can to keep our turtle friends safe this nesting season.
It’s #trailcamtuesday! Have you seen anything cuter? 🦝🐾 A baby raccoon is called a ‘kit’. The gestation period for a raccoon is approximately 63-65 days and females give birth to 2-5 kits in the spring.
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Spotted on #trailcamtuesday! 🐻 🤎 The Florida black bear is the state’s largest land mammal. These gentle giants are reclusive, shy and are typically solitary, but may be found together in areas with high food density. About 80 percent of a black bear’s diet comes from plants (e.g., fruits, nuts, berries), 15 percent from insects (e.g., termites and ants) and only 5 percent from meat (e.g., opossums and armadillos).
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“If we can protect and preserve the Florida panther, we can protect and preserve the future of Florida.”- Former Florida Senator Burt Saunders
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Male Osceola turkeys put on an elaborate display for females, known as "strutting". They ruffle their feathers and become very colorful to attract a mate, even fighting with other males to compete for her attention.
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Caught on #trailcamtuesday: a beautiful black bear strolls through the Everglades just past our trail cameras. Florida black bears are diurnal species, meaning they are naturally most active during the day, although human activity can cause a switch to more nocturnal activity.
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On this #trailcamtuesday, a bobcat (Lynx rufus) makes its way down a game trail just north of the Big Cypress National Preserve. This particular bobcat has been spending a lot of time in front of our trail cameras lately. Did you know? Although they usually hunt at night, seeing a bobcat during the day is not uncommon because they sleep for only 2-3 hours at a time.
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