Ecology of Florida

<p><em style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Ecology of Florida</em><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)> is a definitive guide to the Sunshine State's diverse ecosystems written by an experienced ecologist with a lifetime of fieldwork across Florida. From the geology that shaped the land to the rich variety of plants animals and aquatic life this book provides a comprehensive yet accessible exploration of Florida's natural world.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Covering ecosystems from wetlands to coastlines plankton to panthers and birds to invertebrates each chapter highlights the intricate connections that sustain life in Florida. The book also examines pressing ecological challenges including invasive species habitat loss and pollution offering insight into how Florida's landscapes have been transformed over the last 150 years.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Richly illustrated with images of key species this text is both an engaging reference for students conservationists and nature lovers and an inspiring call to appreciate and protect one of America's most unique environments.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>About the Author:</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>The author an emeritus professor from Tampa Florida holds degrees in biology from Jacksonville University and Florida Atlantic University. A certified ecologist he has dedicated his career to studying and teaching the ecology of Florida's diverse landscapes.</span></p><p></p>