It’s Bat Week, and we’re highlighting the many benefits provided by nature’s superheroes!
DID YOU KNOW: Florida has 13 resident species of bats. Eight of these 13 species call South Florida home.
FLORIDA’S BATS: Though often feared, the spooky truth is that bats are vital to the health of our environment. These misunderstood mammals provide many ecological benefits.
We’re warm-hearted for South Florida’s cold-blooded natives! This Reptile Awareness Day, join us in celebrating the many native reptiles that call our region home.
DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District works year-round to protect, restore and manage natural ecosystems that provide important habitat for native wildlife, including snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodilians.
The South Florida Water Management District uses cutting-edge weather tools and real-time data to help guide important water management decisions that protect our communities from flooding and safeguard our water resources.
DID YOU KNOW: The District closely monitors weather conditions throughout the year using an extensive rainfall monitoring network.
Moving water to meet varying conditions and needs is essential to sustaining South Florida's people, economy and our environment.
DID YOU KNOW: The South Florida Water Management District actively maintains and operates the regional water management system of canals, levees and water control structures.
