Wildlife Ecology

Welcome to the Southwest Florida Research and Education Center

Welcome to the Wildlife Ecology Home Page at the University of Florida Southwest Florida Research and Education Center (SWFREC). The mission of the Wildlife Ecology program at SWFREC is to provide information that promotes understanding, conservation, and management of wildlife and wildlife habitat on public and private lands. Specific goals are to:

Generate and disseminate scientific information on wildlife, including their behavior, ecology, and habitat requirements;
Evaluate the benefits/consequences of land-use management strategies and provide information that promotes stewardship of wildlife resources; and
Provide educational opportunities and disseminate information on wildlife and their habitat to promote a better-informed citizenry.

To access detailed information on a new natural history/cultural heritage extension project visit the Florida Master Naturalist Program.
Read all about the ongoing coyote research happening in the South Coyote Study.
To access detailed information on research and extension, view projects & papers.
When you open the opportunity door you can participate in exciting work through graduate education, employment, or volunteering.
Keep track of when environmental events are happening.
Kid action contains environmental education sites for children.
Links lists wildlife, natural resources, and conservation related web sites.
Meet the staff, students and interns that have participated in our program.
More information about the University of Florida Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Department

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For more information contact Dr. Martin Main
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