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Big Cypress National PreserveFlorida Panthers, one of the endangered species found within the preserve.
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Big Cypress National Preserve
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The National Park Service and Big Cypress National Preserve work closely with a variety of organizations to accomplish our mission. Our friends include:

Non-Governmental and Not For Profit Organizations:
The South Florida National Parks Trust was founded in 2002 to improve the quality of life in South Florida by supporting the national parks that define our landscape and enrich our culture.

Other Federal Agencies:
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is the premier government agency dedicated to the conservation, protection, and enhancement of fish, wildlife and plants, and their habitats.

Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge was established in June 1989 under the authority of the Endangered Species Act to protect the Florida panther and its habitat.

Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge is located in Collier County on the southwest coast of Florida. Established in 1996, this 35,000 acres refuge protects important mangrove habitats and a rich diversity of native wildlife, including several endangered species.

The U. S. Geological Survey (USGS) assists in collecting valuable research data to help monitor the health of this special place. To learn more about this valuable partner click here.

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.

Last Updated: December 09, 2008 at 11:30 EST