Conservation Subdivision: Design Phase – Patch Size and Shape of Conserved Open Spaces by Mark Hostetler, Hal Knowles

“…WEC275, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Mark Hostetler and Hal Knowles, III, focuses on conserving biodiversity of native species when land is subdivided. Includes additional resources. …”
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Stinging Nettles of Florida: Cnidoscolus by Wendy B. Zomlefer

“…Zomlefer, describes this perennial herb with stinging hairs, milky sap, and tuberous roots — its classification, description, similar species, and toxicity. Includes references. Published by the UF Herbarium, October 2008. …”
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Argulus (Fish Louse) Infections in Fish by Natalie Steckler, Roy P. Yanong

“…Argulus species (Family: Argulidae), more commonly known as fish lice, are members of a large group of branchiuran parasites that infest and cause disease in fish. …”
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Integrated Strategies for Controlling Flower Thrips in Southern Highbush Blueberries by Oscar E. Liburd, H. Alejandro Arevalo

“… There are a number of thrips species that damage blueberries in North America. …”
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Pest Identification Guide: Ficus Whitefly: Singhiella simplex by Nicole A Casuso, Hugh A. Smith

“… Ficus whitefly (Singhiella simplex) is found on ficus species, especially weeping fig. It is a major pest in Florida. …”
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A Natural History of the Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio) by Elise V. Pearlstine, Juan Sebastian Ortiz

“…Pearlstine and Juan Sebastian Ortiz, describes this non-native gallinaceous bird from the Indian subcontinent — background, description, similar species, habits, habitat, food, nesting and reproduction, potential ecological impacts, and legal aspects. …”
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High trophic similarity between non-native common carp and gibel carp in Turkish freshwaters: Implications for management by Sadi Aksu, Özgür Emiroğlu, Paride Balzani, J. Robert Britton, Esengül Köse, Irmak Kurtul, Sercan Başkurt, Oğuzcan Mol, Emre Çınar, Phillip J. Haubrock, Pinar Oztopcu-Vatan, Ali Serhan Tarkan

“…Although the detrimental ecological and economic effects of introducing freshwater fish species have been extensively documented, non-native freshwater fishes continue to be introduced in large numbers globally to enhance fisheries and aquaculture. …”
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Terrestrial Snails Affecting Plants in Florida by John L. Capinera, Jodi White

“… Most snails are either beneficial or harmless, but a few snails may feed on economically important plants and become pests. The terrestrial species that can become plant pests are discussed in this 12-page fact sheet written by John L. …”
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Joewood (Jacquinia keyensis): Identification and Uses by Stephen Henry Brown, Marc S. Frank, Andrew K. Koeser

“… Jacquinia keyensis, known commonly as joewood, is listed as a threatened species by the state of Florida, and is most commonly found in the Florida Keys. …”
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Rodenticides by Frederick M. Fishel

“…However, rodents are not the only species that can be poisoned by rodenticides. Practically any mammal, including humans, can suffer severe effects from unintentional exposure to rodenticides. …”
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Cherry Fruit Fly, Rhagoletis cingulata (Loew) (Insecta: Diptera: Tephritidae) by Howard V. Weems, Jr.

“…., is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this species of fruit fly that attacks cherries and causes wormy fruits — synonyms, distribution, identification, life history and habits, and hosts. …”
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Nematode Management in Potatoes (Irish or White) by Joseph W. Noling

“…Nematode species and population levels, incidence of soil-borne diseases and insects, soil moisture at field preparation time, and the intended market for the potatoes can all affect the choice of nematode control measures. …”
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Erythrina moths Terastia meticulosalis Guenée and Agathodes designalis Guenée by Andrei Sourakov

“…In Florida, these two species feed on plants of the genus Erythrina (Fabaceae), including the coral bean, Erythrina herbacea, which is native to North Central Florida and is frequently used as an ornamental. …”
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Florida's Introduced Birds: European House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) by Steve A. Johnson, Heather Violett

“…Johnson and Heather Violett, describes this small, seed-eating bird which nests on buildings in urban areas — similar species, native range and habitats, mode of introduction, introduced range and habitats, ecology, ecological impacts, impacts on people and pets, solutions, and how you can help. …”
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Comparing Fall Food Plot Blends for Deer: 2006 Update by Rick Williams, Tim Baxley

“…FOR-113, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Rick Williams and Tim Baxley, describe the results of tests of forage species and mixtures for fall planting that are similar to those available to area sportsmen, evaluating forage production and nutritional quality. …”
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"Black Snakes": Identification and Ecology by Steve A. Johnson, Monica E. McGarrity

“…McGarrity, describes several species of black-colored snakes found in the southeastern U.S., the habitats they occur in and some identifying features. …”
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Red Bay Psyllid, Trioza magnoliae (Ashmead) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Sternorrhyncha: Psyllidae) by Donald W. Hall

“…It describes this psyllid which causes galls on the leaves of native species of Persea bay trees — its distribution, description, life cycle and biology, and economic importance. …”
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Little Leaf Notcher (suggested common name) Artipus floridanus Horn (Insecta: Coleoptera: Curculionidae) by Angela Gabrielle LaTora, Adam Dale

“… Artipus floridanus Horn, also known as the little leaf notcher, is a secondary pest of citrus and several ornamental plants in Florida and the Caribbean. This species is in the order Coleoptera, the beetles, and the family Curculionidae, the weevils and snout beetles. …”
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Mourning Doves in Florida by William M. Giuliano, James F. Selph, Kurt Hodges, Nick Wiley

“…Selph, Kurt Hodges, and Nick Wiley, describes the only dove species native to the state of Florida. Includes sections on distribution and status, biology, habitat, management, and hunting. …”
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Viburnum Downy Mildew by Aaron J. Palmateer

“…Downy mildews are caused by several different species that tend to be host specific. 3 is the pathogen that affects viburnum. …”
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