Bat Guano: Helpful or Hurtful?
The facts about bats you need to know Bats and bat guano can carry a multitude of diseases that can be transmitted to humans. One of these is known as Histoplasmosis. This is a fungus that thrives in places where there are large amounts of bird or bat poop (guano),...
Rabid Raccoons and The Growing Python Problem
Raccoon tests positive for rabies and burmese pythons still a problem A raccoon recently tested positive for rabies, this time in Marion county. Officials said an animal with rabies can infect other animals that have not received a rabies vaccination, which includes...
Animal Rights Group Questioning Iguana Removal
PETA disagrees with Florida’s plan Florida wildlife officials have come under fire recently for their request to residents to kill iguanas without permits. The invasive species have become such a nuisance that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation...
Invasive Species In Florida
Snakes and Iguanas Invasive species are common place in the Sunshine state. Snakes and iguanas are among the most populous creatures that cause issues for local residents. Snakes can be seen everywhere across the state and oftentimes are in places that they...
Rabies Cases in Florida
Could you be at risk? A local Florida man was attacked recently by a suspected rabid raccoon. Paramedics took the man to the hospital where he received more than one dozen stitches from the incident. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is...
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