Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual Nearing the Finish Line
December 01, 2022 —
Lake Okeechobee is the largest freshwater lake in the southeastern United States, providing habitat for the Everglade Snail Kite, wading birds, and countless other species of plants, fish, reptiles, and amphibians. It is of utmost importance to manage its operations to achieve balanced outcomes for all communities and the lake itself.
Restoration Blueprint Charts a Path Forward for Keys Ecosystems
December 01, 2022 —
You made your voice heard, too! More than 1,200 ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ members and supporters made public comment through our action alert, advocating for additional protections in the Restoration Blueprint to protect Reddish Egrets, Magnificent Frigatebirds, White-crowned Pigeons, and so much more.
Florida Bay Spoonbills Struggle with Sea Level Rise During Nesting Season
December 01, 2022
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Does Its Job after Hurricane Ian
December 01, 2022
Snail Count for Snail Kites
December 01, 2022 —
The Florida apple snail population declined after two severe droughts in the early 2000s. How did Snail Kites, who rely on the species as their sole food source, survive?
Miami-Dade County Fails to Hold Urban Development Boundary Line
December 01, 2022 —
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ is disappointed that Miami-Dade Commissioners voted to overturn the Mayor’s veto, paving the way for industrial sprawl that will hamstring Everglades Restoration. Miami’s health, quality of life, and economy depend upon a healthy Everglades and Biscayne Bay.