scholarly journals Hurricane Toads

EDIS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (3) ◽  
pp. 5
Author(s):  
Steve A Johnson ◽  
Candace D Furhmann
Keyword(s):  
Citizen Science ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Unique Biology

Eastern spadefoots are a common but largely unappreciated species of native toad in Florida. Following torrential rains they emerge from hiding and breed in shallow pools. In as little as 14 days, hordes of raisin-sized froglets emerge and hop away in all directions from the pond or puddle where they were born. Some of them find their way to yards and garages of suburban neighborhood homes. Other unlucky baby toads end up on roads, where they are smashed. This 5-page fact sheet written by Steve A. Johnson and Candace D. Fuhrmann and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation outlines the unique biology of this species and explains how to identify eastern spadefoot tadpoles, young, and adults. It also includes a section on how you and your friends and family can help these interesting and attractive little creatures by engaging in citizen science. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw474

Reducing Human-Bear Conflicts: Bear-Resistant Trash Cans

EDIS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ethan T. Noel ◽  
Elizabeth F. Pienaar ◽  
Mike Orlando
Keyword(s):  
Great Risk ◽  
Ursus Americanus ◽  
Black Bear ◽  
Food Sources ◽  
Vehicle Collisions ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Human Food ◽  
Fact Sheet

The Florida black bear (Ursus americanus floridanus) is the only species of bear in Florida, with an estimated population of approximately 4,030 bears. Bears that eat garbage put themselves in danger. This 3-page fact sheet written by Ethan T. Noel, Elizabeth F. Pienaar, and and Mike Orlando and published by the Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Department explains how to secure human garbage from bears so that they don’t become reliant on human food sources, a condition that puts them at great risk of being killed from vehicle collisions, illegal shooting, or euthanasia.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw429

scholarly journals Trueperella (Arcanobacterium pyogenes) in Farmed White-Tailed Deer

EDIS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 (1) ◽  
pp. 3
Author(s):  
Samantha M. Wisely ◽  
Katherin A. Sayler ◽  
Kathryn D. Pothier
Keyword(s):  
Cause Of Death ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Arcanobacterium Pyogenes

Trueperella is a harmless bacterium in intestinal tracts of ruminants like deer, cattle, and pigs, but if it migrates out of the intestine to other areas of an animal’s body and proliferates, it can make the animal sick. Trueperella causes many problems in deer, including lesions, abscesses, and pneumonia, and it is one of the types of bacteria that is known to contribute to the disease lumpy jaw. In young fawns, it is a common cause of death. This 3-page fact sheet written by Kathryn D. Pothier, Katherine A. Sayler, and Samantha M. Wisely and published by the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation explains how to spot and treat trueperella, or, better yet, prevent it in the first place.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw427

scholarly journals Facts About Wildlife Diseases: Eastern Equine Encephalitis

EDIS ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samantha M Wisely ◽  
Karen Hood
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Encephalitis Virus ◽  
Eastern United States ◽  
Mosquito Vectors ◽  
Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus ◽  
Wildlife Diseases ◽  
Eastern Equine Encephalitis ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Equine Encephalitis Virus

The Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV) causes Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) disease in birds, humans, horses, and other animals in the eastern United States, including Florida, which is especially receptive to the virus because of its freshwater hardwood swamps and wetlands, which provide good niches for the mosquito vectors of the disease. This 5-page fact sheet written by Samantha Wisely and Karen Hood and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation describes the disease and includes strategies for limiting its spread. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw453

scholarly journals Managing Oaks to Produce Food for Wildlife

EDIS ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 2008 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Holly K. Ober ◽  
Patrick J. Minogue
Keyword(s):  
Wildlife Habitat ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
The Right

WEC-249, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Holly K. Ober and Patrick J. Minogue, describes the reasons homeowners should consider planting oaks, how to select the right oak species for a given site, and how to improve wildlife habitat in established stands. Includes sources of additional information. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, August 2008. WEC249/UW293: Managing Oaks to Produce Food for Wildlife (ufl.edu)

scholarly journals Wildlife of Florida Factsheet: Northern Crested Caracara

EDIS ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (2) ◽  
pp. 2
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Rose ◽  
Raoul Keith Boughton
Keyword(s):  
Invasive Species ◽  
The State ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
The Public ◽  
Fact Sheet

The Wildlife of Florida Factsheet series was created to provide the public with a quick and accurate introduction to Florida’s wildlife, including both native and invasive species. Authors Elizabeth Rose and Raoul Boughton hope this 2-page fact sheet published by the UF/IFAS Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation will inspire people to learn more about the northern crested caracara and understand the amazing biodiversity of wildlife in general in the state of Florida and in their own backyards and communities. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw452

scholarly journals Native and Nonnative Crocodilians of Florida

EDIS ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michiko A. Squires ◽  
Seth C. Farris ◽  
Brian M. Jeffery ◽  
Frank J. Mazzotti
Keyword(s):  
Native Species ◽  
South Florida ◽  
American Alligator ◽  
Protected Species ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
American Crocodile ◽  
Key Features ◽  
Nile Crocodile

Florida has two native species of crocodilians, the American alligator and the American crocodile. These federally protected species are easily confused with nonnative crocodilians found in south Florida, such as the spectacled caiman and the Nile crocodile. Some key features used to distinguish these animals are the shape of the head, the shape of the snout, and the pattern of nuchal scutes (bony plates in between head and shoulders). It is important to report all nonnative crocodilians so that researchers may quickly remove them in order to protect Florida’s native ecosystems. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Michiko A. Squires, Seth C. Farris, Brian M. Jeffery, and Frank J. Mazzotti, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, September 2013. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw380

scholarly journals Farmer Perceptions of Wildlife Damage to Row Crops in North Florida

EDIS ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Holly K. Ober ◽  
Gerald R. Edmondson ◽  
William M. Giuliano ◽  
David L. Wright ◽  
John Atkins ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
The State ◽  
Row Crops ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Farmer Perceptions ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Wildlife Damage

How can we determine the just how much of an impact wildlife damage has on growers? This 4-page fact sheet presents the results of a survey of a sample of growers across the state. Written by Holly K. Ober, Gerald R. Edmondson, William M. Giuliano, David L. Wright, John Atkins, Andy Andreasen, Shep Eubanks, Libbie Johnson, Charles Brasher, and Greg Hicks, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, July 2011. Revised October 2014. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw356

scholarly journals Conservation Subdivision: Post-construction Phase-Engaging Residents

EDIS ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Feinberg ◽  
Mark Hostetler
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Urban Communities ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Critical Factors ◽  
New Developments ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Conservation Subdivision

As urban communities grow, design and management strategies for new developments become critical factors that determine impacts on natural resources. How can we accommodate growth yet conserve natural resources, such as biodiversity, water, and energy? In this document, we focus on conserving biodiversity when land is subdivided, constructed, and occupied. This 6-page fact sheet was written by Daniel Feinberg and Mark Hostetler and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, June 2013. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw379

scholarly journals Freshwater Turtles of Belize

EDIS ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Venetia Briggs ◽  
Lauren Watine ◽  
Dustin Smith ◽  
Robin Bijlani ◽  
Rebecca Harvey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Habitat Loss ◽  
Aquatic Vegetation ◽  
Critically Endangered ◽  
Freshwater Turtles ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Turtle Species ◽  
Fact Sheet

Belize, a country rich in natural resources and diverse wildlife, is home to nine species of freshwater turtles. Among these is the critically endangered hicatee, which has been eliminated in most of its range as a result of hunting and habitat loss. Freshwater turtles live in rivers, creeks, and lagoons, and build their nests on the banks. They eat a variety of plants, aquatic vegetation, and fruits. However, little is known about Belize’s unique turtle species. This 2-page fact sheet will help people identify, understand, and conserve these treasured resources. Written by Venetia Briggs, Lauren Watine, Dustin Smith, Robin Bijlani, Rebecca Harvey, William Giuliano, and Frank Mazzotti, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, January 2013.  http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw373  Check out the Facebook album! 

scholarly journals Facts about Wildlife Diseases: Ehrlichiosis

EDIS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (6) ◽  
pp. 4
Author(s):  
Yasmin Tavares ◽  
Samantha M. Wisely
Keyword(s):  
Antibiotic Treatment ◽  
Emerging Disease ◽  
Severe Illness ◽  
Bacterial Disease ◽  
Wildlife Diseases ◽  
North Central ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Central Florida ◽  
Fact Sheet

Ehrlichiosis is a bacterial disease that is transmitted to humans and animals from ticks. In most cases, symptoms are mild, but sometimes if antibiotic treatment is delayed, it can cause severe illness and even death. In Florida, ehrlichiosis is an emerging disease. The hotspot of transmission is in north central Florida, but the disease is underdiagnosed. This 4-page fact sheet written by Yasmin Tavares and Samantha Wisely and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation describes ehrlichiosis and explains how it is transmitted, how to know if you have it, and how to prevent yourself and your friends and family from getting it.

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