EDIS Update

WEC271/UW316 The Importance of Bottomland Hardwood Forests for Wildlife

November 18th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC271, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Holly K. Ober, discusses the importance of seasonally flooded forests located along waterways, plants and wildlife of bottomland forests, and how to manage them for wildlife. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, November 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW316

WEC268/UW313 Isolated Wetlands and Breeding Amphibians

November 18th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC268, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Taryn A. Sudol, Emma V. Willcox, and William Giuliano, explains what isolated wetlands are, why they are important, and how they can be managed for amphibians. Published by UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, September 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW313

WEC266/UW311 Native Habitats for Monarch Butterflies in South Florida

November 18th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, Lawn & Garden

WEC266, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Rebecca G. Harvey, Patricia L. Howell, Carol Morgenstern, and Frank J. Mazzotti, describes the unique migration of the monarch butterfly, an “endangered natural phenomenon,” the monarch population in Florida, the role of milkweeds and other host and nectar plants in appropriate monarch habitats for South Florida. Includes references (in HTML only). Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, September 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW311

WEC264/UW309 Florida's Wading Birds

November 3rd, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC-264, an 11-page illustrated fact sheet by Grant C. Sizemore, Martin B. Main, and Elise V. Pearlstine, provides an overview of some of the most majestic of Florida's birds — taxonomy and status, cranes and flamingos, identification, feeding behavior, diet, breeding, movements, and conservation. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, July 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW309

WEC267/UW312 Florida's Introduced Birds: Sacred Ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus)

November 3rd, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC-267, a 7-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve Johnson and Monica McGarrity, describes this larger black-necked relative of Florida’s native ibises — species description, similar species, native range and habitats, mode of introduction, introduced range and habitats, ecology, ecological impacts, impacts on people and pets, solutions, and how you can help. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW312

WEC362/UW307 The Florida Mouse

September 9th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC-362, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Hannah H. Willingham, Emma V. Willcox, and William M. Giuliano, describes this brownish to tawny colored rodent that lives in fire-maintained upland habitats in Florida — identification, habitat, distribution, behavior, conservation status, and habitat management. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, September 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW307

WEC263/UW308 How To Make a Treefrog House

July 24th, 2009
Topic(s):4-H Youth Development, Children, Ecosystems & Species, Lawn & Garden

WEC-263, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Monica E. McGarrity and Steve A. Johnson, provides simple instructions for children to make, decorate and monitor a treefrog house. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, June 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW308

WEC260/UW305 Florida's Introduced Birds: European House Sparrow (Passer domesticus)

June 15th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, Lawn & Garden

WEC-260, a 7-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson and Heather Violett, describes this small, seed-eating bird which nests on buildings in urban areas — similar species, native range and habitats, mode of introduction, introduced range and habitats, ecology, ecological impacts, impacts on people and pets, solutions, and how you can help. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, June 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW305

WEC257/UW302 Florida's Introduced Birds: Monk Parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus)

June 15th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, Lawn & Garden

WEC-257, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson and Sam Logue, introduces this small to medium-sized member of the parrot family that has become an established non-native bird in Florida — species description, similar species, native range and habitats, mode of introduction, introduced range and habitats, ecology, ecological impacts, impacts on people and pets, solutions, and how you can help. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, June 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW302

WEC225/UW300 Florida's Introduced Birds: European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris)

May 4th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC-255, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson and Walter Givens, introduces the European Starling — species description, similar species, native range and habitats, mode of introduction, introduced range and habitats, ecological impacts, impacts to people and pets, and solutions. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, April 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW300

WEC256/UW301 Florida's Introduced Birds: The Eurasian Collared-Dove (Streptopelia decaocto)

May 4th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC-256, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson and Gay Donaldson-Fortier, introduces the Eurasian Collared-Dove — species description, similar species, native range and habitats, mode of introduction, introduced range and habitats, ecological impacts, impacts to people and pets, and solutions. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, April 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW301

WEC252/UW297 Florida's Introduced Birds: An Overview

March 23rd, 2009
Topic(s):Uncategorized

WEC-252, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson and Monica McGarrity, is the first of a series of documents about Florida's non-native birds and their impacts on our state’s native ecosystems and human residents. It discusses when an introduced species is considered invasive, how invasive birds impact us, and what you can do. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, March 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW297

WEC253/UW298 Florida's Introduced Birds: House Finch (Carpodacus mexicanus)

March 23rd, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC-253, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson and Jill Sox, introduces this small, seed-eating songbird native to the southwestern United States, but whose range has extended to northern parts of Florida since the 1950s. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, March 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW298

WCE137S/UW294 Efectos del fuego en la vida Silvestre de Florida y su hábitat

March 23rd, 2009
Topic(s):Environment, Spanish Language

WEC-137-S, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Martin B. Main and George W. Tanner, is the Spanish language version of WEC137/UW132 Effects of Fire on Florida’s Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat. It addresses concerns regarding the use of prescribed fire to manage wildlife habitat in Florida. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW294

WEC251/UW296 The Florida Pinesnake: Pituophis melanoleucus mugitus

March 23rd, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

WEC-251, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Gabriel J. Miller, Steve A. Johnson, Lora L. Smith, and Joseph W. Jones, describes this large, handsome, heavy-bodied snake with dark brown or rust-colored blotches on a light cream to tan background — similar species, distribution and habitats, behavior, diet, reproduction, and conservation. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, February 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW296

WEC250/UW295 Gopher Frogs, Burrows, and Fire: Interactions in the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem

March 3rd, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, Forest Resources

WEC-250, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Elizabeth A. Roznik and Steve A. Johnson, helps land stewards understand the relationships between fire, burrowing animals, and the animals that use burrows, such as the gopher frog. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, February 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW295

WEC109/UW110 Saw-palmetto: an Ecologically and Economically Important Native Palm

February 27th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species

Revised! WEC-109, a 4-page fact sheet by George W. Tanner and J. Jeffrey Mullahey, describes this major understory plant endemic to the southeastern United States — description, associated plants, ecological importance, management and use, managing fruit production. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, February 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW110

WEC48/UW076 Laws that Protect Florida's Wildlife

December 1st, 2008
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, Getting Involved

Revised! WEC-48, a 6-page fact sheet by Joe Schaefer, John Tucker, and Maia McGuire, summarizes laws and regulations at the Federal and State level that protect Florida’s wildlife, and how to report violations or wildlife emergencies. Published by the UF Department of Wildife Ecology and Conservation, October 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW076

WEC-247/UW291 Conservation of Bats in Florida

September 24th, 2008
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, Getting Involved


WEC-247, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Holly K. Ober and Frank J. Mazzotti, aims to dispel fears about bats and describe their benefits, facts about bats and their habitats and how individuals can promote bat conservation. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, August 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW291

WEC249/UW293 Managing Oaks to Produce Food for Wildlife

September 24th, 2008
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species


WEC-249, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Holly K. Ober and Patrick J. Minogue, describes the reasons homeowners should consider planting oaks, how to select the right oak species for a given site, and how to improve wildlife habitat in established stands. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, August 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW293

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