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Imagine Our Florida, Inc.

Our purpose is to bring people together in a shared vision to preserve and protect Florida's wildlife, habitat, and ecosystems. We accomplish this via science-based education and the development of appreciation and respect for the natural world and our place within it.
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Foto Friday: Please post the pictures you captured of Florida's wildlife, wildflowers, and wild spaces this week in the comments. We can't wait to see them!

🐦 Discover the Great Crested Flycatcher (Myiarchus crinitus)! These stunning birds nest in deciduous forests but may also settle in your backyard. Once they nest, they rarely budge, with both parents diligently caring for their young. They're master hunters, darting swiftly to catch insects on the ground or mid-flight.

Did you know? Great Crested Flycatchers have a quirky habit of bringing snake skins to their nests, sometimes mistaking plastic for the real deal. Males fiercely defend their territory with loud calls and won't hesitate to fight off threats.

Breeding across the U.S. and southern Canada during spring and summer, these birds migrate to Central or South America during fall and winter. 🌎🍂

📸 Photo Credit: Aymee Laurain
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🦇🌿 Get ready for the bat baby boom! From April 16 to Aug. 14, Florida's bat population is set to grow as maternity season approaches. 🌞🌳 Records show bats are attracted to human-made structures, but it's illegal to block them from roosting during mating season. If you find a bat in your home, use exclusion devices to let them safely exit. 🏠🚪 Did you know nearly 13 species of bats can be found in Florida? 🦇💫 Contrary to popular belief, bats are harmless to people and help control insect populations. Let's protect these winged wonders by preserving natural roost sites and leaving dead fronds on palm trees for them to roost. 🌴💚 #BatConservation #FloridaWildlife #ProtectOurBats 🦇🌿

Checkout some adorable Brazilian Free-tail bats here.
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“Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” – Margaret Fuller

You can stop by the Orange County Library in Apopka to learn about Panthers. As we were removing the coyote display, a librarian shared that many of the kids were amazed to learn we have coyotes in Florida. Imagine their surprise when they learned we have panthers, too!

Do you have a library or other venue in your area where IOF can set up an educational display? Message us. #Educate #Empower #MakeaDifference
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Tuesday Trivia
--- Limpkin ---
Did you know? A group of limpkins is known as a "hobbling".

Get to know the unique Limpkin (Aramus guaraunas)! With its distinctive appearance featuring brown feathers with white spots, a long yellow bill, and a "limping" walk, this bird stands out in Florida's wetland habitats.

Measuring 25 to 29 inches long, with a wingspan of 40 to 42 inches, Limpkins are skilled foragers, feeding primarily on apple snails and freshwater mussels. Their bill is perfectly adapted for snail extraction, curved slightly to the right and featuring a gap near the tip, acting like tweezers to grab their prey.

You might hear their mournful cries echoing across wetlands, earning them the nickname "wailing bird" or "crying bird". Despite their decline due to habitat loss and dwindling snail populations, these fascinating birds continue to make their mark on Florida's ecosystems.

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Imagine Our Florida, Inc.3 days ago
--- Tuesday Trivia ---
This is a Limpkin.
What is a group of Limpkins known as?
A.Hobbling
B.Gaggle
C. Flock.
D. Murder
Answer revealed tonight at 6PM
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----Good News Monday------

🌿 Florida celebrates the completion of $26 million investment in conserving 16,200 acres across five Florida Forever projects! 🎉 This significant achievement expands the Florida Wildlife Corridor by 13,080 acres, safeguarding native species and critical habitats.

Here's a glimpse into the projects:

Avalon: Conserving 11,700 acres in southern Jefferson County, protecting forestlands and wetlands vital for rare wildlife and plant species.
Etoniah/Cross Florida Greenway: Acquiring 3,200 acres in Putnam County to enhance wildlife corridor connectivity and protect water recharge areas.
Longleaf Pine Ecosystem: Securing 500 acres in northeastern Marion County to preserve old-growth longleaf pine habitats and vital water sources.
Apalachicola River: Collaborating with The Nature Conservancy to acquire 758 acres adjacent to Torreya State Park, safeguarding steephead ravine systems and water quality.
Lake Wales Ridge Ecosystem: Acquiring 212 lots totaling 66 acres to protect endangered species and consolidate management boundaries within the Lake Wales Ridge Wildlife Environmental Area.
These acquisitions underscore Florida's commitment to conservation and recreation land acquisition, ensuring the preservation of our natural heritage for generations to come. 🌳 #FloridaForever #ConservationWins #ProtectOurWildlife 🦋

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