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Big Cypress National PreserveThe ghost orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii) is one of the rare epiphytic orchids found in Southwest Florida.
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Big Cypress National Preserve
Mammals
 
Florida panther kittens in Big Cypress. Photo By Ralph Arwood.
Florida panther kittens in Big Cypress. Photo By Ralph Arwood.
The Preserve is home to a variety of mammals, including the Florida panther - one of the most endangered mammals in the United States. The estimated population of the cats in Florida is 80 - 100 animals. There is an estimated 30 - 40 within the Preserve boundaries.
 

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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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Satellite view of Hurricane Katrina passing Florida.
The South Florida Natural Resources Center (SFNRC)
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Many large trees that did exist were harvested in the early 1900s.  

Did You Know?
There are few "big cypress" in Big Cypress National Preserve. The name comes from the great expanse of cypress forest, hundreds of thousands of acres, within the Big Cypress Swamp.

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Last Updated: November 01, 2007 at 09:49 EST