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Tell Me About: Sea Turtle Species

Sea turtles are extremely important to the health of marine ecosystems, and active awareness campaigns like World Sea Turtle Month promote their protection.

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Tell Me About: Brazilian Peppertrees

Spreading over 700,000 acres in south and central Florida, the Brazilian peppertree is one of the most aggressive and widespread invasive plants in the state.

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Tell Me About: Burmese Pythons

Burmese pythons are nonnative snakes that have invaded South Florida ecosystems. Their presence in the wild has been linked to extreme population declines of multiple species in the Everglades National Park, whether that be from predation or competition. Read to learn more about this invasive species.

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Tell Me About: Ocean Acidification

As emissions of carbon dioxide, a potent greenhouse gas, increase, so does the acidity of our world’s oceans. When the ocean takes up atmospheric carbon dioxide, a series of chemical reactions occur that result in an increase in hydrogen ions. This decreases the water’s pH. Read to learn more about this process and how it impacts marine life.

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Tell Me About: Bee Populations

Bees all over the world are threatened by habitat loss, climate change, and the use of pesticides. Florida is home to over 300 bee species and is a hub for apiculture, or beekeeping. However, after Hurricane Ian, Florida’s bees and beekeepers are struggling. Read to learn more about bee populations in Florida and how you can help Florida beekeepers.

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Tell Me About: Microplastics

In the past few years, you might have heard the term microplastics in the news. Read to learn more about how microplastics can impact the health of oceans and humans.