Posts Tagged ‘conservation’
Florida’s invasive snakes can eat bigger prey than we knew
Burmese pythons can consume prey even larger than scientists realized, according to a new study published in the journal Reptiles & Amphibians. This means that more animals are on the menu…
Read MoreGopher tortoise populations researched with FWC
FWC Veterinarian Dr. Rebecca Hardman contacted von Arx Wildlife Hospital Staff Veterinarian, Dr. PJ Deitschel, regarding a few “bioblitz” pilot sampling events FWC is performing on targeted gopher tortoise populations…
Read MoreConservancy animal care staff members join partners in their efforts to restore coral reefs
Two staff members of our Animal Care team, Jordan Caravas and Ally Harvey, participated in a two-tank dive with Key Dives. Key Dives partners with Mote Marine Lab and I.CARE…
Read MoreKeep Florida’s State Parks Wild
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida has been carefully monitoring the evolving issue of proposed intensification and commercialization for numerous Florida State Parks. Let your voice be heard by filling out the Public…
Read MoreConservancy of Southwest Florida invites the public to its 60th anniversary summer celebration
Cool off at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s Nature Center during its 60 Days of Summer. From June 29 through August 31, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida is offering discounted…
Read MoreBlue Equals Green: How water quality impacts your business’ bottom line
On May 1, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida along with Captains for Clean Water and Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation were invited to speak on a panel about our recent Water…
Read MoreBurrowing owl mother reunited with her babies in Marco Island
A burrowing owl and two nestling Cooper’s hawks were among the ninety-five animals admitted to the von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida this past week. Other…
Read MoreTwo eastern screech owls rescued from ground and renested with mother
Two eastern screech owls were among the ninety-five animals admitted to the von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida this past week. Other admissions include a black…
Read MoreVolunteer Appreciation Breakfast 2024
On April 3, we held our annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast at Vi at Bentley Village. Thank you Vi at Bentley for sponsoring and hosting our volunteers for this special recognition…
Read MoreVon Arx Wildlife Hospital admits 94 animals this past week
A prothonotary warbler and a loggerhead shrike were among the ninety-four animals admitted to the von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida this past week. Other admissions…
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