South Florida Natural Resources Center

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The South Florida Natural Resources Center (SFNRC) is a division of Everglades National Park that provides scientific information and environmental assessments to the National Park Service units of south Florida and to the Department of the Interior. SFNRC scientists seek to conserve and, where necessary, restore the normal suite of interactions between the biological and physical elements of the environment in order to ensure a functional ecosystem and its associated biological diversity. Reflecting the holistic nature of the ecosystem, the center works to integrate applied science with management actions toward the preservation of resources for the enjoyment of future generations.

 

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New TIME Model Report
A Report Evaluating the Application of TIME Model V 2.0 on Restoration Alternatives and Sea Level Rise in Everglades National Park. View the full report here.

 

Salinity and Hydrology of Florida Bay: Status and Trends 1990-2009
This newly released report focuses on factors that influence salinity, which is recognized as the primary driver of ecological conditions in Florida Bay. Download the report here (PDF, 3.7 MB).

 

Research Natural Area 5-Year Report
This report summarizes the implementation of the science plan developed five years ago to assess the efficacy of the Research Natural Area of Dry Tortugas National Park. The report is
now available for download (PDF, 8.6 MB)

 

Proposed Numeric Nutrient Criteria for South Florida Estuaries and Coastal Waters
Everglades National Park has worked closely with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection on the numeric nutrient criteria for south Florida estuaries and coastal waters... more

 

Tamiami Trail Modifications: Next Steps Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS)
The National Park Service announces the public release of the FEIS for the project, which recommends an additional 5.5 miles of bridging along Tamiami Trail beyond the present 1 mile under construction...more

 

Florida Invaders
Do you know what nonnative species are lurking around your community? Updated for 2009, Florida Invaders provides details about the many threats posed by the spread of invasive exotic species... more

 

New CESI Web Site Launched
The Critical Ecosystem Studies Initiative (CESI) funds important research focused on ecosystem restoration in south Florida. The new CESI web site highlights some of the quality science generated through funded projects... more