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Florida's wildlife
If you are interested in Floridian wildlife then you can check out more at the following websites:
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Whilst
all the media focuses on the theme parks, Floridian wildlife is continuing to
flourish where the property boom has not encroached and, in some cases, where it
has. Animals that are comfortable visiting built-up areas include
Racoons, Squirrels and Opossum. Those that are more shy and retiring types
but may be seen in wildlife reserves are Black Bear, Bobcats, White-tail Deer
and the Florida Panther.
The state also
sees hundreds of bird species, many native to Florida, including the Bald Eagle
(the national emblem of the USA), various other birds of prey including
Vultures, Osprey & Kites, waterbirds such as Grebe, Crane & Pelican, and
landbirds such as Kingfisher, Hummingbirds & various Dove varieties.
Of course, Florida is
well-known for its reptile population, particularly the Alligator but it is also
home to other lesser-known reptiles most of which present no real threat to us.
Sadly many of these are now in fewer numbers than in the past and several
species are protected.
With many lakes and a
massive shoreline Florida also has an abundance of fish varieties (and fishing
opportunities of course), with Bass, Grouper, Snapper and Amberjack among many
species to seek out.
EllaVista
has a local lake (just 100 metres away) that is teeming with Bass, Perch,
Catfish & Sunfish for the keen angler or just those wanting to try angling out.
All types of fishing equipment can be found quite cheaply at the local Wal-Mart
for those not already equipped.
