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Naturally Florida

Shannon Carnevale and Lara Milligan

Naturally Florida is a podcast about Florida"s natural areas and the wild things that live here. Naturally Florida"s hosts, Shannon Carnevale and Lara Milligan, bring over 25 years of experience in natural resources and conservation to Naturally Florida. Listeners will learn about Florida wildlife, local ecosystems, and conservation issues in the Sunshine State. If you love learning about nature but need to learn on-the-go, this podcast is for you. This podcast is brought to you by UF/IFAS

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00:26:22

Florida's Pink Birds

Naturally Florida ·

2024/03/18

Today's episode is all about Florida's pink birds, including the iconic roseate spoonbill and American flamingo. Learn more about the Florida Waters Stewardship Program - starting Online this April! Learn More: Read the NPR article we discussed about Hurricane Idalia and Flamingo sightings. View iNaturalist observations of Flamingos since 2020 How to Help: Don't feed water birds: Read why, here. Respect wildlife - view from a distance! Watch a short video about 'Rule of

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00:21:51

Scent-sational Skunks of Florida

Naturally Florida ·

2024/02/19

In this episode, we explore the two species of skunks found in Florida. A mammal that is so unique, it recently divided from a subfamily of the weasel to become its own family, a stinky one! There is a lot to learn about these mysterious creatures. We will explore the species of life history of Florida’s skunks, where you can find them, some fun skunk behavior and more!⁠DeLuca Bioblitz, Info and Registration, Click here!⁠ Learn More: Eastern Spotted Skunk Conservation Plan - Microsoft Word -

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00:23:52

Florida's Venomous Snakes

Naturally Florida ·

2024/01/15

How do you feel about snakes? Not a fan? Well, while we believe snakes are friends, not foes, we recognize it may be comforting to know that the vast majority of snakes in Florida are non-venomous and largely cannot hurt you or your family. On today's episode, we go on a deep dive about Florida's venomous snakes. Learn more: Read about identifying the water moccasin and the banded water snake (non-venomous) OR watch this video Need a refresher on 3 common snakes in residential areas

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00:20:05

Florida's Floating Sea-Potatoes ... the Manatee!

Naturally Florida ·

2023/12/18

Manatees are Florida’s gentle giants and are a sight to behold. They are state and federally protected species under the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, the Endangered Species Act of 1973, and the Florida Manatee Sanctuary Act of 1978 according to FWC. These gentle giants are Florida’s true natives, and we need to be respectful of these creatures when entering water ways. The goal is to actively co-exist with Florida wildlife. To properly do this we must first learn where we can find manatees,

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00:24:32

Florida Black Bears

Naturally Florida ·

2023/11/20

Florida black bears have been in the news, frequently, this year! On today's episode, we chat about the Florida black bear's diet, behavior, and biology, and provide some tips for co-existing with our resident bears. Learn More: Living with the Florida black bear - https://www.myfwc.com/bear⁠ Where are the large bear populations? - https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/bear/bear-management-units/ How You Can Help: Limit attractants in your yard and protect bears from accessing

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00:24:21

Bloom, there it goes!

Naturally Florida ·

2023/10/16

THANK YOU to all of our loyal listeners! Has this podcast made a difference in your life? The survey is now closed, but we look forward to hearing from you again next fall! If you have comments or topics for next season, submit them at ⁠www.naturallyfloridapodcast.com⁠ If you live in Florida, chances are you have heard or read about “harmful algal blooms" commonly referred to as HABs. We have received many requests for an episode on this topic, so…here it is! What are algae? What is a

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00:17:49

PodBLAST - The Impact of Fireworks

Naturally Florida ·

2023/09/18

THANK YOU to all of our loyal listeners! Has this podcast made a difference in your life? The survey is now closed, but we look forward to hearing from you again next fall! If you have comments or topics for next season, submit them at www.naturallyfloridapodcast.com Although fireworks are a staple for celebrations around the world, the explosives almost always contain pollutants like heavy metals, perchlorates, and aerosols, which harm air and water quality. The noise and flashes can startle

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00:24:22

Sounds of Summer - Calling Frogs

Naturally Florida ·

2023/08/22

In this episode, we continue our exploration of the sounds of summer. This episode’s focus is all about commonly heard frogs in Florida. We have 33 species of frog in the state. More often heard than seen, this episode features six frog species, including some basic physical and audio identification information, habitats, what you can do to help, and more! Learn More: Florida’s Frogs – https://ufwildlife.ifas.ufl.edu/frogs/florida.shtml Frogs & Toads of

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00:21:59

Ticks and Tickborne Illness in Florida

Naturally Florida ·

2023/07/17

The creepiest, crawliest, grossest of arachnids, in our opinion, are ticks. And no, we don't feel bad calling them gross! Tick-borne illnesses can wreak havoc on people's lives and there is still so much we don't know about them. On today's episode, learn what we DO know about ticks in Florida, the diseases they may carry, and what to do to protect yourself, your family, and your friends from ticks. Learn More: Florida-specific tick information:

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00:19:13

Sounds of Summer - Singing Insects

Naturally Florida ·

2023/06/20

What comes to mind when you think of summer? Hot. Beaches. No school. What about singing insects? No? Perhaps not, but we’re sure you’ve heard the sounds of summer. Nobody sounds the alarm for summer weather like our native cicadas. Find out about them and more in today’s episode. Learn more: Common Grasshoppers in Florida -  https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/IN010 Cicadas of Florida - ⁠https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/misc/bugs/cicadas.htm Singing Insects of North America -

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00:17:06

Three Common Snakes in Residential Areas

Naturally Florida ·

2023/05/23

On today’s episode, you’ll learn about three non-venomous snake species common to residential areas in Florida. Slithering into a neighborhood near you, these common snake species are found all over Florida. Learn More: Red Cornsnake: https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/florida-snake-id/snake/red-cornsnake/ Black Racer: https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/florida-snake-id/snake/north-american-racer/ Ring-necked Snake: https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/florida-snake-id/snake/ring-necked-snake/

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00:22:51

When You Think of Pines, I Hope You Think of Pinecones

Naturally Florida ·

2023/04/17

We have all probably interacted with pine cones in some way, whether we collected them to start a bon fire, rolled them in peanut butter to create a bird feeder, or avoided them during pollen season. Pine trees produce pine cones, a unique seed with a fascinating science and ecological importance for Florida’s ecosystems. Learn more: Common Pines of Florida - https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FR003 Fun facts about pine cones - www.canr.msu.edu/news/fun_facts_about_pine_cones How You Can

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00:18:59

The Truth About Iconic Florida

Naturally Florida ·

2023/03/20

When people think of Florida and visiting the sights, what do they think of? For most people, it’s some combination of alligators, flamingos, manatees, and sea turtles with a sprinkling of Disney World, Kennedy Space Center, and the beaches. This episode explores the truth about iconic Florida. Learn more: American Flamingo - https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/profiles/birds/waterbirds/american-flamingo All About Manatees- https://myfwc.com/education/wildlife/manatee/facts-and-information/

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00:22:30

Creating Wildlife Havens

Naturally Florida ·

2023/02/20

You’ve probably heard that habitat destruction is a common cause of population declines for many wildlife species. It’s critical for us to do what we can in our yards, neighborhoods and communities to help support wildlife by providing food, water, shelter and space. In this episode, we discuss ten tips you can consider implementing where you have influence. Learn more: Planting a Refuge for Wildlife (book)- wildlifeflorida.com/product/planting-a-refuge-for-wildlife/ Helping Cavity-Nesters in

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00:21:25

Winter in the Sunshine State

Naturally Florida ·

2023/01/23

People don’t often think of Florida when they think of winter, but there is actually a lot that happens in the natural world. There are migrations happening, leaves falling, and much more! In this episode, we will explore the exciting world of winter in Florida. Learn more: Science of Fall Colors - Science of Fall Colors | US Forest Service (usda.gov) Wildlife Happenings - UFlorida Wildlife Extension at UF/IFAS (ufl.edu) Do Black Bears Hibernate? -

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00:00:47

Naturally Florida Trailer

Naturally Florida ·

2023/01/22

Welcome to Naturally Florida, a podcast about Florida's natural areas and the wild things that live here. Submit comments and topic suggestions to our website, www.naturallyfloridapodcast.com This podcast is brought to you by UF/IFAS Extension, an Equal Opportunity Institution. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/naturallyflorida/message

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00:17:55

End of the Year Q&A

Naturally Florida ·

2022/12/19

In this episode of Naturally Florida, Shannon answers a few Listener questions! She'll tackle a light-hearted Florida Christmas classic, "Why do iguanas fall out of trees when it gets cold?" as well as shed some light about "good or bad" species like queen palms and Carolina laurel cherry, and finally, wrap up with a South Florida conundrum, "What can be done about a nuisance peacock?" If YOU have a question for Shannon and Lara, you can leave it

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00:25:43

Highlighting a Keystone Species: The Gopher Tortoise

Naturally Florida ·

2022/11/21

The gopher tortoise is not only a keystone species, but also an endemic species, making it special and important to the overall function of the ecosystems where it is found. In this episode we will explore the life of the gopher tortoise including some basic identification information, population status, biology, and things you can to do help populations in Florida. Learn more: Watch our webinar - https://youtu.be/1QhwxOb0Cb4 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Gopher Tortoise

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00:21:36

It's Spooky Season, Let's Chat About Bats

Naturally Florida ·

2022/10/17

Mummies, Ghosts, and Goblins – oh my! This spooky season, we're chatting about Florida’s bats! Thirteen species of bats call Florida home, yearround, and several more migrate in from the north or south at certain times of year. These amazing flying mammals, the only mammal with true flight, provide highly valuable pest management services for Floridians. So, while you may see some spooky vampire bats this month on TV or in the movies, remember - Florida bats eat insects … they don’t suck

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00:21:17

All About Lightning

Naturally Florida ·

2022/09/26

The state of Florida is famous for its sunshine, beaches, and summertime fun. However, as Floridians, we know that summer also means thunderstorms, and thunder doesn’t happen without lightning. In this episode, we will explore the basic science of lightning and thunder, and how you can keep yourself safe this summer. We hope this brief introduction to thunderstorms in Florida will help you feel more informed and prepared for our summer rainy season. Learn more: Understanding Lightning:

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