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Trail of the Cougar: Interview: Photographer Brian Call

It was perhaps the saddest photograph Brian Call had ever taken. But it may help the Florida panther reach a happy ending in its struggle for survival.

Apr 24th, 2008 | 3 comments | 3,472 Views
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The Reptiles: Alligators and Crocodiles: Gator Trapping

Got a 'gator in the garden, and don't want him there? Then call Todd Hardwick. He is one of Florida's three dozen licensed alligator trappers.

Apr 24th, 2008 | 1 comment | 2,232 Views
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Springs Eternal: Florida’s Fountain of Youth: Introduction

According to legend, Spanish explorers believed that a fountain of eternal youth bubbled up to the surface somewhere in the place we know today as Florida. In a poetic way, they were right.

Feb 3rd, 2008 | 3 comments | 8,627 Views
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Springs Eternal: Florida’s Fountain of Youth: Fountain of Tooth

Florida's springs are also known for their alligator inhabitants. Indeed, alligators are so common that Ponce de Leon's fountains of youth might better be called fountains of tooth.

Feb 3rd, 2008 | 0 comments | 1,633 Views
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Springs Eternal: Florida’s Fountain of Youth: Manatees: Monsters or Mermaids?

Manatees are marine mammals, like dolphins and whales. But they don't share a dolphin's sleek shape.

Feb 3rd, 2008 | 8 comments | 2,205 Views
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Springs Eternal: Florida’s Fountain of Youth: Diving in the Dark

Getting into the cavern network is no easy task. Unlike most Florida springs, which exit on land, Crystal Beach Spring emerges from the seafloor of the Gulf of Mexico.

Feb 3rd, 2008 | 0 comments | 1,449 Views
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