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We’ve all heard that we are surrounded by “invasive species” before. But, what exactly does “invasive species” actually mean? Basically it means a plant, animal or fungus that has spread to an area by human activity. The implication is that this activity is harmful because the life form is introduced into an environment artificially and […]
While some people don’t mind snakes, there is a large majority that harbor the same feelings toward them as Indiana Jones, and would rather not have them around. There are 45 species of snakes in Florida, six of them venomous. Many of these snakes reside in Melbourne and the surrounding areas of Cocoa and Cocoa […]
When it comes to the summer, it also means that the snakes might be hanging out around your yard. This is something that you might not feel too good about. You do not want to worry about having these slithering friends just sitting there, waiting for you to accidentally step on them and have them […]
Everyone knows that the climate in Florida makes it a perfect spot for reptiles to flourish. There are alligators and lizards and frogs all over the place. And did you know there are 50 types of snakes in Florida, 50 types! If you fear snakes, this is terrible news. But there is good news in […]
The cane toad is an invasive species also known as the Bufo Toad. It secretes a highly toxic mucous as a defense mechanism; however, it has a 100% death rate for your smaller dogs who mistake it for a chew toy. It was brought to Florida years ago and is now a dangerous nuisance not […]
With an abundance of bugs in Florida, there is an abundance of lizards that eat them. The number one way to control your lizard population is to control their food source. If left unchecked, they can become quite a nuisance. They can cause damage to your plant life, invade your home and leave deposits unconducive […]
Yes – you read that right! But – no – we’re not talking Miley Cyrus, the human singer. We’re talking Miley Cyrus – the twerking loggerhead sea turtle. Several months ago, a turtle in distress was rescued. It was noticed because its bobbing in and out of the water similar to the famous twerking move […]
People come to Florida in the winter for many reasons. They love the sunny weather, mild winters and outdoor activities that we enjoy all year round. During the 2014/2015 winter, the Farmer’s Almanac predicts that most of Florida will have colder than normal temperatures. And when temperatures drop below 40, so do the iguanas and […]
Although the rattlesnake species numbers are in decline, there are still plenty of rattlesnakes in the Florida region. There are relatively few deaths attributed to rattlesnake bites in the United States each year due to the easy availability of medical care and advances in medical treatments. Add to this that there are only about 8,000 […]
