Sharks for the Aquarium and Considerations for Their Selection by Alexis L. Morris, Elisa J. Livengood, Frank A. Chapman

“…A table of the most popular sharks kept in public and home aquariums is provided to facilitate species selection. Written by Alexis L. Morris, Elisa J. …”
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Cultural Guidelines for Commercial Production of Interiorscape Aglaonema by Jianjun Chen, Dennis B. McConnell, Richard J. Henny, Kelly C. Everitt

“… The intent of this article is to describe common Aglaonema species and cultivars in the foliage plant industry, provide guidelines on their culture and interior use, and list physiological problems encountered in both production and in the interiorscape. …”
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Re-establishment of Malletia sorror (Soot-Ryen, 1957), an endemic bathyal bivalve off Chile (Mollusca: Bivalvia: Nuculanoidea) by Michael L. Zettler

“…Fresh material of a nuculanoid bivalve of the genus Malletia, collected during an expedition of the R/V SONNE off Chile in 2023, allows the re-establishment of Malletia sorror (Soot-Ryen, 1957), a species previously considered a synonym of M. peruviana Dall, 1908. …”
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Laws that Protect Florida’s Wildlife by Joe Schaefer, John Tucker, Maia McGuire

“…Endangered species are not the only wildlife protected by the legal system. …”
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Mealybug Vryburgia trionymoides (DeLotto) (Pseudococcidae) by Ian Stocks

“…An untreated infestation can kill a plant, there are no published reports of economic losses caused by this species. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Ian Stocks, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, April 2013. …”
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Ringlegged Earwig, Euborellia annulipes (Lucas) (Insecta: Dermaptera: Carcinophoridae) by John L. Capinera

“… This is the most common earwig in Florida, and probably the only species that could be considered to be a pest, though it rarely builds to very high numbers. …”
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Sap Beetles (of Florida), Nitidulidae (Insecta: Coleoptera: Nitidulidae) by Lisa Myers

“… Most species of sap beetles are attracted to the wounds of trees where they feed on sap. …”
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Efficacy of Herbicide Active Ingredients Against Aquatic Weeds by Stephen F. Enloe, Michael D. Netherland, William T. Haller, Kenneth Langeland

“…While physical, mechanical, and biological controls are utilized where they are feasible, herbicides are the primary tool used to control many troublesome species. This document answers some common questions and provides efficacy information for all herbicide active ingredients labeled for aquatic use in Florida. …”
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Sting Nematode, Belonolaimus longicaudatus Rau (Nematoda: Secernentea: Tylenchida: Tylenchina: Belonolaimidae: Belonolaiminae) by William T. Crow, Angela S. Brammer

“…While there are several species of sting nematodes described, only Belonolaimus longicaudatus Rau is known to cause widespread crop damage. …”
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Cottonwood Leaf Beetle Chrysomela scripta Fabricius (Insecta: Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Chrysomela) by Amelio A. Chi, Russell F. Mizell

“…The cottonwood leaf beetle is one of the most economically important pests of managed cottonwood, aspen, and some poplar and willow species. Often it is a severe pest of urban ornamental trees. …”
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Anthracnose Fruit Rot of Strawberry by James C. Mertely, Natalia A. Peres

“… Anthracnose fruit rot, caused by the fungus Colletotrichum acutatum, is an important disease for strawberry production worldwide. Other species of Colletotrichum, such as C. fragarie and C. gloeosporioides, are less frequently involved in fruit rot. …”
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The Ornamental Fish Trade: An Introduction with Perspectives for Responsible Aquarium Fish Ownership by E. J. Livengood, Frank A. Chapman

“…Chapman, aims inform aquarium owners about the ornamental fish industry so that they can make conscientious decisions about their purchases, and help protect the wild species and safeguard the natural environments. It describes how aquarium fish are collected or cultured, ecological considerations, and things a potential aquarist should know. …”
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Tarnished Plant Bug, Lygus lineolaris (Palisot de Beauvois) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Miridae) by Wayne N. Dixon, Thomas R. Fasulo

“…It describes this insect that attacks over half of the cultivated plant species grown in the United States, including increasing feeding damage on conifer seedlings — distribution, description, life history, hosts, damage, survey and detection, and management. …”
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Pollination Best Practices in Southern Highbush Blueberry in Florida by Rachel Mallinger, Douglas A. Phillips

“… Southern highbush blueberry is the primary blueberry species grown in Florida. It is dependent upon pollinating insects for adequate pollination and fruit. …”
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Roystonea regia: Royal Palm by Timothy K. Broschat

“…It is considered cold hardy to about 28°F or USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 10A. This species quickly grows to heights of 50–70 ft., with a spread of 20–25 ft., and has a smooth light gray trunk up to 2 ft. in diameter. …”
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Southern black widow Latrodectus mactans (Fabricius) (Arachnida: Araneae: Theridiidae) by Amanda Eiden, Phillip E. Kaufman

“…It is believed that sexual cannibalism within the widow species in natural settings is more associated with the male’s physical inability to escape rather than the female’s interest in consuming him. …”
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Western Flower Thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis [Pergande]) by Jeffery D. Cluever, Hugh A. Smith, Joseph E. Funderburk, Galan Frantz

“… One of many species of thrips found in Florida, Frankliniella occidentalis, is a pest of several crops throughout Florida and the world, causing injury by feeding and by transmission of plant viruses. …”
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Lawn Caterpillars by Eileen A. Buss, Robert Meagher

“…Because the turf looks scalped so quickly, people think that the damage occurs “overnight.” Several caterpillar species can be turfgrass pests, including the tropical sod webworm, the fall armyworm, and the striped grass looper. …”
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Pepper Mild Mottle Virus by Scott Adkins, Pamela D. Roberts

“… Pepper mild mottle virus (PMMoV) occurs worldwide in field-grown bell, hot, and ornamental pepper species. The virus has also been found in greenhouse peppers in Canada, and Spain where greenhouse production practices are ideal for rapid spread of the disease. …”
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General Guidelines for Managing Pastures for Dairy Cows by Lynn E. Sollenberger, Yoana C. Newman, Joao M. B. Vendramini

“…It answers dairy producers’ questions about managing pasture as a major source of nutrients for milking cows — soil testing and pasture fertilization, choice of forage species, and grazing strategies. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, June 2009. …”
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