Unlike most boats, airboats glide flawlessly through shallow waters. These vessels, also known as fanboats, work particularly well in marshy areas like the Florida Everglades and Louisiana Bayous. This is due to their flat-bottom design…
Contrary to popular belief, coyotes are not limited to southwestern states. In fact, coyotes exist throughout the majority of Florida, and the Everglades is no exception. Coyotes are considered a noninvasive species since they found…
White pelicans are giant, majestic birds that travel and congregate in groups as large as 50. These elegant beasts fly flawlessly despite their weight and wingspan. The average adult white pelican weighs anywhere from 12…
What’s the best way to see the Everglades? There are several options, and each offers a very different experience. Foot soldiers will enjoy the intricate trail systems spread across the Everglades ecosystem. And for water…
You’ve probably heard about most Everglades predators: large alligators, monstrous pythons, elusive black panthers, and the list goes on. But do you know about the smelliest, most reclusive predator of them all? It’s called the…
Over the weekend, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission kicked off an annual initiative to rid South Florida of the invasive Everglades python. The challenge began Saturday January 16, when the sunshine state launched…
Are you planning a vacation to the Everglades, but you don’t want to break the bank? Camping is a fantastic alternative to staying in a hotel, especially when it comes to experiencing the vast wilderness…
Recently American flamingos made a comeback to South Florida. While the wading bird no longer breeds in the Sunshine State, a population of flamingos returned to the Everglades after over a hundred years of no-shows….
Did you know Florida is home to over 2,500 bears? The Florida Black Bear, the state’s only resident bear, is Florida’s largest land-based mammal. These gentle giants, ranging from 125-450 pounds, live in seven isolated…
Did you know the Everglades isn’t only protected by the United States? In addition to its national park status, it’s also internationally recognized as a highly important piece of land. Why? Well, the reasons are…