Florida citrus in crisis as invasive predator spreads

The long-struggling Florida citrus industry now faces an invasive species crisis, but researchers have a plan to fight back.
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Have you seen this invasive pest in Florida? If so, kill it quickly

Read full article: Did you know? Robot rabbits used in war on this major threat to Florida GALAPAGOS ISLANDS, ECUADOR - JANUARY 17: A Manchineel tree, Hippomane mancinella, in Galapagos National Park ...
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Replace-me-not: Native Florida plants struggle to take hold amid invasive species in man-made ecosystems

Mitigation banks can’t exactly replicate pre-development ecosystems, even when they achieve state-mandated native plant goals. (Rose Schnabel/WUFT News) Growing native plants and eradicating invasive ...
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These ‘potatoes’ have invaded Florida. Here’s why they’re a threat

According to the UF/IFAS, one invasive plant in Florida could be mistaken for a tasty, starchy treat: Dioscorea bulbifera, ...
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Invasive iguanas could fall from trees during Florida’s end-of-year cold snap

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Starting Tuesday, Floridians will experience a drop in temperatures to finish off the new year. A cold front is forecast to move through the Sunshine State Monday evening, meaning ...
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Replace-me-not: Native Florida plants struggle to take hold amid invasive species in man-made ecosystems

Leafy green with tiny, red fruits, the Brazilian peppertree is a land manager’s enemy. Parts of the plant can be toxic to birds and cause rashes in humans, but that’s not why it raises concern. It’s ...