Hope for North America’s most endangered bird
After near extinction a few years ago, the release of the 1,000th captive-raised Florida grasshopper sparrow has rekindled optimism.
Tag: habitat loss
Protecting Miami’s pine rocklands strengthens ecosystems, communities
Pine rockland forests are like biological lifeboats carrying a precious crew of rare and endangered species into the future.
Could Brazil’s catastrophic flooding cause extinctions?
Floods and sea level rise could have an impact on red-bellied toads, estuarine glass snakes and greater guinea pigs.
Video: FAU’s mascot faces threats in real life from habitat loss
Development poses a major threat to burrowing owls, which are estimated to have a population under 10,000 in Florida.
Wild turkey numbers are falling in some parts of the US – the main reason may be habitat loss
In a 2021 study, eight out of 30 states surveyed reported that turkey populations declined from 2014 to 2019.
AccuWeather sounding alarm for ‘supercharged’ hurricane season; ‘renewable natural gas’ bill could pass costs to Florida consumers
The combination of La Niña and historically warm water could cause a blockbuster 2024 season, according to AccuWeather.
Why should Florida make it easier to kill bears?
HB 87 and SB 632 would allow people to kill unlimited numbers of black bears under the guise of protecting ...
Climate change threatens insects — and us
Researchers warn we risk losing a sustainable future if we don’t take action to conserve insects and address climate change.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
