Florida’s pleasant climate makes it lovely not only for humans, but other living creatures as well. From plants (think Caeser Weed, or Australian Pines, for example) to animals (think Ball Pythons or Cuban Tree Frogs), our state has become home to creatures that crowd out our native plants and animals, changing habitats in negative ways.
Birds, mammals, invertebrates, fish, and plants can all be invasive, and they are generally introduced accidentally. Lionfish, for example, were released from home aquariums into the ocean, and are now an invasive species that plagues the entire Florida coastline.
Every year, Invasive Species Awareness Week brings awareness to invasive species and also provides ideas about how to make a meaningful impact on the problem. Many thanks to NAISMA (North America Invasive Species Management Association) for these ideas.
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