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Biscayne National ParkUniversity of Miami students and National Park staff snorkel and dive to retrieve samples for the coral reef nursery.
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Biscayne National Park
Other Resources

The following links will help you find information about the resources  found within Biscayne National Park:

Biscayne Expedition: Camping Guide - pages 32-58 give a general introduction to Biscayne National Park's natural and cultural history.
Nature and Science - links to this website's pages and will provide a general review of mangroves, Biscayne Bay and the coral reef.
Reef Relief
Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Project
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

manatees  

Did You Know?
Manatees are aquatic relatives of elephants. They have thick gray skin, coarse hairs, big toenails on their flippers, and lips that can rip and tear plants. Ask a Biscayne National Park ranger for suggestions on good places to look for these gentle giants.

Last Updated: August 15, 2007 at 17:03 EST