The Re-Enchantment of Nature - Sarasota, Florida
The gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) is one of Sarasota County’s most vital ecological engineers. Native to the dry, upland pine flatwoods, scrub, and coastal dunes of Southwest Florida, this ancient land tortoise is recognized as a keystone … [Continue reading]
Our yards feed an itinerant white ibis flock, and the birds are now grazing assiduously at the Katz's next door. Although common in southwest Florida, ibises appear exotic to visitors more familiar with ancient history. They may remember ibis mummies … [Continue reading]
