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Big Cypress National Preserve
Environmental Factors

environmental factors includes:

Fire Regime
Hydrologic Activity
 
 
Flood, drought, hurricanes, fire, frost, invasive / exotic plants and animals all have an impact on the health of Big Cypress National Preserve and the Greater Everglades Ecosystem. Learn more about these and other environmental factors on these pages.
A water-control structure in the Everglades.
South Florida's Watershed Journal
A Blogspot about the Big Cypress Watershed within the Greater Everglades Ecosystem.
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Satellite view of Hurricane Katrina passing Florida.
The South Florida Natural Resources Center (SFNRC)
Discover more about science in South Florida National Parks.
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Water levels can impact quality deer herds. Photo courtesy of Ralph Arwood.
ORV and Hunting Access Related to Surface Water
An overview of hydrologic conditions to be considered.
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Alligator in the swamp.  

Did You Know?
Within Big Cypress HP Williams and Oasis Wildlife Viewing Platforms are popular areas to see alligators. The best time to see large congregations of alligators is typically from January through May. Remeber not to feed or approach these dangerous animals.

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Last Updated: November 01, 2007 at 09:44 EST