NSIS: Florida Wildlife

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The wildlife of Florida is rich and varied, yet most of us are familiar with only a dozen or so species: the "flagship" endangered species such as manatees and panthers; those, like raccoons and squirrels, that have adapted to urban environments; the frightening alligators and black bears; and those like the armadillo who can't seem to cross the road. Yet they are just a few of the many animal species found in Florida.
Conservation and Restoration		Wildlife Books Organizations What's New Site Search Site Index Feedback
	Bird, butterfly, and wildlife gardening Create a bit of habitat in your yard. Local endangered and threatened animals List which animals in your county are in danger of extinction. Protected species Amphibians, birds, corals, crustaceans, fish, insects, mammals, molluscs, reptiles SFWMD The South Florida Water Management District, lots of Everglades and other wetlands information and photographs.
Species Accounts
	Amphibians Amphiumas, mudpuppies, newts, salamanders, sirens, frogs and toads Birds Birds of prey, songbirds, upland birds Butterflies Brushfoots, gossamer-wings, metalmarks, snouts, sulphurs, swallowtails, whites Mammals Armadillos, bears, beavers, bobcats, deer, feral pigs, foxes, manatees, minks, moles, opossums, otters, panthers, pocket gophers, rabbits, raccoons, seals, shrews, skunks, squirrels, weasels (more to come!) Reptiles Alligators and crocodiles, anoles, geckos, lizards, skinks, turtles
Viewing
	Birdwatching What you need and where to go. Locations How to find the best spots. Bird and Wildlife Cams Or stay right where you are.