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
- 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
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
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
Other Sites & Publications
NATURAL RESOURCES
- Africanized Honey Bees
- Biting & Stinging Insects
- Ecosystems & Species
- Invasive Species
- Water Resources
- Nuisance Wildlife
- Plants
- Sustainable Living - Environment
- Wildlife
RESOURCES
UF/IFAS Publications
State & Federal Agencies
Other University Sites
Organizations & Associations
Other Sites & Publications