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The federally listed threatened eastern black rail ( Laterallus jamaicensis jamaicensis ) has experienced a significant population decline over the past 30 years, primarily due to habitat loss. Florida, which has the largest remaining population along the Atlantic coast (~1,400 pairs), is vital for the conservation of this species. Thus, accurate survey data is critical for understanding the populations and distribution of this species in Florida to assess their conservation

As North America’s fall migration slows down and the holidays approach, Give Miami Day is gearing up to give back! Give Miami Day this year starts on November 20 th , 2025 this year for 24 hours, with early donations being accepted from November 15 th  to the 19 th . This year, there are many great organizations to donate to, many that are focused on working for the conservation and betterment of our environment.   This year, Earthology employee Alyssa Cavanaugh spent time vo

The opossum pipefish ( Microphis brachyurus ) i s one of several unique and rare freshwater fishes that inhabit a limited region of coastal Florida. Adult opossum pipefish reach a standard length of 200 mm, and it is the only Florida species in which the male bears a brood pouch on the trunk rather than on the tail.  Adults are brown, allowing them to blend in with submerged and emergent aquatic vegetation. Historically, most opossum pipefish have been collected in freshwate

Dave Colangelo has been working on an augmented staff contract with South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) as the District's...

Changes in fire regime and hydrology can affect the animal and plant composition of disturbance-maintained ecosystems such as the Florida...