Wildlife
Wildlife in Florida includes many unique and wonderful species, from the manatee to the Florida scrub jay. This page links to resources about our cohabitants.
For information about interacting with wildlife in their natural habitats, see Sustainable Living: Environment. To learn about landscaping for wildlife, see Sustainable Living: Lawn & Garden.
Birds
UF/IFAS Sites
UF/IFAS Publications
- The Canada Goose in Florida
- Non-native Birds
- Wild Birds
- Wildlife in Urban Landscapes: Use of Golf Course Ponds by Wetlands Birds
Other Sites & Publications
Endangered & Threatened Species
Endangered and threatened species are plants and animals in danger of becoming extinct.
Fish
UF/IFAS Sites
UF/IFAS Publications
Other Sites & Publications
- Fish Identification (Saltwater)--Florida FWC
- Freshwater Fishes of Florida Photo Gallery--Florida FWC
Insects & Arachnids
See Insects & Arachnids to learn about the many insects, spiders, slugs, snails, crustaceans, and other creatures call Florida home. For information about exotic and invasive insects, see Invasive Species.
For information about pest insects, see Home Pest Control and Lawn & Garden Insects.
Invasive Species
Invasive species are introduced plants and animals that cause harm to the environment, economy, and/or human health.
Invertebrates
UF/IFAS Sites
UF/IFAS Publications
Other Sites & Publications
Mammals
UF/IFAS Sites
UF/IFAS Publications
Other Sites & Publications
- Black Bears in Florida--Florida FWC
- Dolphin--Florida FWC
- Florida Panther Net--Florida FWC
- Nuisance Wildlife Trappers--Florida FWC
Reptiles & Amphibians
UF/IFAS Sites
- Crocodilians
- Florida Wildlife Extension
- Frogs & Toads of Florida
- Giant Toad (Marine Toad or Cane Toad)
- How to Make a Treefrog House
- Online Guide to the Snakes of Florida
- Reptiles & Amphibians
- Venomous Snakes of Florida
UF/IFAS Publications
- Black Snakes: Identification and Ecology
- Non-native Reptiles and Amphibians
- Reptiles and Amphibians
- Sea Turtle Identification and Viewing Guidelines
Other Sites & Publications
- Alligator Management--Florida FWC
- Gopher Tortoise--Florida FWC
- Nuisance Wildlife Trappers--Florida FWC
- Snakes--Florida FWC
- Return to Ecosystems & Species
General Resources
UF/IFAS Sites
- Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department
- Department of Biology
- Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
- Department of Statistics
- Department of Wildlife Ecology & Conservation
- Entomology and Nematology Department
- Florida Freshwater Endangered and Threatened Species
- Florida Master Naturalist Program
- Florida Museum of Natural History
- Florida Natural Resources Leadership Institute
- Florida Sea Grant
- Florida Wildlife Extension
- Living Green
- Natural Areas Training Academy
- School of Natural Resources and Environment
- Soil and Water Science Department
- TAME Invasives Portal
