Florida Wildlife
Florida has an abundance of exotic wildlife & vegetation.
It's subtropical climate contains more than 3,500 species of plants
and 300 species of trees.
Among its unique plant life is an even more fascinating
population of wildlife, including the official state reptile the alligator.
Mainly found in Florida swamps, rivers, canals and lakes, these guys
can grow up to 15 feet long and bite with a force of 3,200 pounds per
square inch, nearly double that of the great white shark. The Florida
Everglades is home to one of Florida's endangered species, the American
crocodile. Although smaller in comparison you can distinguish them
by their pointed snouts.
Did you know that the state of Florida has more species
of snakes than any other state in the United States? If you're curious
about these and other Florida reptiles, yet would rather see them in
a controlled environment, plan a trip to the Gatorland
Zoo in Orlando or the Alligator
Farm in St. Augustine.
Bird
watchers are in luck. Florida has a spectacular bird life, due to
being located in the main north-south migratory route. Species
include songbirds, finches, larks, woodpeckers, ospreys and the American
bald eagle.
Florida has numerous ecotourism hot spots to explore.
With 11 National
Parks and approximately 150 State
Parks we guarantee eco lovers won't get bored.
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