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Raccoon

Observation

Over the last 30 years or so, small mammal populations in the Everglades have declined by about 90%.

Phenomenon and anchoring question

NATIVE ANIMAL populations are dramatically declining in the Everglades. What is causing the decrease in native wildlife populations in the Everglades ecosystem, and what can we do about it?

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Earth Day 2018 70

Elementary School

Learn about some of the amazing organisms that call Collier County home. From secretive snails to adorable alligators, these fascinating animals are all perfectly adapted to life in Southwest Florida.
18 E Learning

Middle School

Explore the world of Southwest Florida field biology with Conservancy naturalists. Learn about the Endangered scrub habitat, Threatened gopher tortoise, and how to collect and analyze your own data through educational videos, hands-on science, and thought-provoking exercises.
00 Python BG

High School

The invasive Burmese python is transforming Southwest Florida's ecosystems. engage with challenging exercises and interactive population modeling to learn how this slithering super-predator is impacting entire food webs.
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