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Unlocking the heat in mosquito modeling: Exploring disease transmission under climate change
The study contends that if mosquitoes undergo thermal adaptation in their local environments, it could lead to variation in how different populations respond to temperature. Matthew Thomas, a UF/IFAS professor and UF/IFAS Invasive Science Research Institute … more
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Birding on Lake Apopka North Shore: Over 377 recorded species to enjoy and discover
Birding is a beloved pastime for many nature enthusiasts. It’s one of the easiest hobbies to start; all you have to do is step outside and notice the birds around you. more
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Breaking News: Prescribed fire at Lake Apopka North Shore scheduled for today
Prescribed fire is the use of carefully planned fire purposefully set under stringent conditions to manage the fire’s effects. more
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The sun rising on Lake Apopka, as seen from the lakeside observation tower on the Clay Island loop.
Take a Hike: Enjoy 530 miles of multi-use trails in the district
February and March provide mild weather, which makes it the perfect time to discover the outdoors, and with 42 properties containing over 530 miles of multi-use trails spread throughout the District’s 18-county service area, a prime hiking spot is just a short drive away. more
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CAPTION: (05/05/2005 Pasco County) A cypress dome is surrounded by homes in Pasco County's Lexington Oaks, a golf course community of about 1000 homes. The development is typical of many in Florida. Roads and several houses in the development were built on top of wetlands, though most wetlands remain untouched.SUMMARY: Aerials of Pasco County: Cypress Creek Town Center site and Development in the wetlands.
Court ruling stops Florida’s sloppy wetlands permitting, saves panthers
Wetlands were once viewed as wastelands, but now we know they’re incredibly important. They absorb floods, filter out pollution, and provide habitat for important species of wildlife, not to mention soaking up CO2 from the atmosphere. more
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UF/IFAS unveils online tool: Know your termite risk with an interactive distribution map
In Florida, termite infestations are a year-round risk for properties and trees. While not swarming year-round, they consistently forage and develop new colonies, leaving signs of their presence.  more
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Alligators are a common sight for visitors to the District’s Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive.
Breaking News: Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is closing this weekend
The Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is scheduled to reopen on March 1st, resuming its regular operating hours from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays. more
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Orange County wins Regional Diamond Award for land conservation
Orange County Government has received the Executive Award of Regional Significance from the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council (ECFRPC) for its commitment to land conservation . … more
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App helps consumers find pollinator-friendly plants for their landscape 
The Florida-Friendly Landscaping program at UF developed an online and mobile app. The BeeGardens app helps the public identify bees and bee-friendly plants in their yards.   more
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Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve.
Florida lawmakers try to move aquatic preserve’s boundary to benefit developer
Pittman: "Over the weekend, I heard about something new to me. It’s a bill to cut a chunk from one of the state’s aquatic preserves. It’s being done for the benefit of a developer." more
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Above-average rainfall dominates most of the District
Of the 18 counties that comprise the District, 11 received between half an inch to an inch more rainfall than their usual monthly average. more
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Shoreline stabilization work continues at Lake Apopka North Shore.
Detours expected at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive due to property upgrades
The St. Johns River Water Management District has initiated its shoreline stabilization project along Welland Road, scheduled to continue until February 23rd. more
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A Pinellas County student holds up a plastic bag she found during a recent coastal cleanup.
Trash-talking Florida legislators push a pro-litter bill
Pittman: "A couple of bills are making their way through the current session that seems to be pro-littering. They would ban local governments and state agencies from imposing regulations against single-use plastic items like bags, bottles, and even Styrofoam." more
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The International Space Station
UF/IFAS plants grown in space flown home
This latest experiment focuses on whether genetic strategies make plants hardier and better able to adapt to the spaceflight environment. more
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FEMA urges Florida homeowners to take mitigation measures against hurricanes
As resilience starts at home, FEMA strongly encourages homeowners in Florida to take mitigation measures to prepare themselves and their families against potential disasters. more
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Low-income communities often wait longer for electricity to come back after outages.
Power outages leave poor communities in the dark longer: Evidence from 15M outages raises questions about recovery times
Data from over 15 million consumers in 588 U.S. counties who lost power when hurricanes landed between January 2017 and October 2020 shows that poorer communities waited longer for the lights to return. more
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Districts gear up for 2024 hurricane season with proactive measures
Despite ongoing recovery efforts from the previous year's hurricane season, the St. Johns River and South Florida water management districts are already taking steps to ensure operational readiness. more
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A closer look at the invasive thrips parvispinus, a hard-hitting insect responsible for damage to various agricultural and ornamental crops.
UF/IFAS milestone study unlocks arsenal of control methods against invasive thrips parvispinus
Since it first emerged in a Central Florida greenhouse in 2020, the pest has caused significant damage to various industries and even spread to residential areas. more
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Jaws’ portrayed sharks as monsters 50 years ago, but it also inspired a generation of shark scientists
After “Jaws,” shark research quickly went mainstream. The American Elasmobranch Society was founded in 1982. Graduate students lined up to study shark behavior, and the number of published shark studies sharply increased. more
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The Econlockhatchee River is one of the last unspoiled rivers in Central Florida.
To beat Florida developers, community activists learn to be persistent
Save Orange County is a Central Florida organization that has repeatedly had to fight off developer assaults on its rural community adjacent to the Econlockhatchee River. … more
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Flamingos in Apopka?
The census window runs from February 18-25 and will provide critical information on the American Flamingo population. more
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A call to action: UF/IFAS scientists, compost industry, policy makers join to promote compost standards, practices in Florida
According to theEPA, landfills contribute up to 14% of methane emissions annually, a greenhouse gas, and are a major contributor to global warming. more
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Circular irrigation for growing hay and alfalfa near Corcoran, Calif. − a water-intensive system that relies on groundwater pumping.
Humans are depleting groundwater worldwide, but there are ways to replenish it
Groundwater is a renewable resource, but some aquifers can take decades or even centuries to recover after they are depleted. more
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A homeowner spreads pine straw in her yard.
Free monthly Florida-Friendly Landscaping webinar offers consumers tips on lawns, gardens, and composting
This free virtual webinar will connect consumers with a new scientist or Extension agent each month, addressing a specific landscape and gardening topic. more
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Pop-up, in-ground sprinkler head at a residential irrigation system.
How timing of fertilizer ordinances impacts water quality, UF/IFAS scientists explain
Scientists agree that studies should consider other drivers impacting water quality trends, such as toxins or waste from septic and sewage systems and fossil fuel emissions. more
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