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Differentdawn.com: Gopher Tortoise
Habitat, characteristics, reproduction, diet, dangers, and conservation efforts to stop the decline in population of the state's only tortoise.
Florida Backyard Snakes
Photo gallery of snakes found in the state listed by species and variety, both poisonous and non-venomous, with facts and figures on each. Photographer credits and links.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
State agency responsible for conserving Florida's freshwater aquatic life, marine life and wild animal life.
Florida Freshwater Fishes
Complete listing of the freshwater fishes of Florida with many photos and links, as well as line drawings, descriptions and life history information for some of the more economically important fish.
Florida Panther Net - Official Education Site
Information and activities on the natural history of the Florida panther, its habitat, threats to its survival, and history and conservation efforts.
Florida Panther Society
A non-profit environmental education and support organization for the endangered Florida panther.
Florida Wildlife Magazine
Covering natural Florida since 1947. Includes current and past articles, art and photography contests and previous winners, species information, and subscription and submission details.
Florida Wildlife Photos
Personal collection of wildlife photos from south Florida, including snakes, lizards, crocodilians, and birds. Includes a guide to wildlife viewing spots in south Florida.
Gopher Tortoise
Information about the keystone species whose burrows provide shelter for other wildlife.
National Wildlife Federation: Florida Panther
Information about the panther, conservation efforts, and what can be done to help.
St. Pete Times: Real Florida: Welcome to the Neigh
Jeff Klinkenberg's report of panthers at Myakka River State Park.
The American Alligator
Official state reptile. Features populations, habitats in Florida, reproduction, feeding habits, behavior, meat and hides, harvest permits, living with alligators and safety tips.
The Florida State Animal: Florida Panther
Brief profile of the panther, selected by school children as the state animal in 1982.
USFWS: Florida Panther, Felis concolor coryi
Fact sheet from the Division of Endangered Species.