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Sharks have skeletons made of cartilage, which rarely preserves in the fossil record. Gordon Hubbell has perhaps the world’s largest and best-preserved collection of rare shark jaws and teeth, including the only complete fossilized skull of a Great White Shark. Summary Ancient Great White Shark
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Rhinos originated in North America 55–50 million years ago, and were common in Florida until their extinction ~5 million years ago. The extinct Floridaceras whitei occurs in the fossil record of both Florida and Panama. Summary Rhinoceros Jaws Florida Rhino (Aphelops mutilus) From Alachua Co
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The Jambato Toad has been hard-hit by the epidemic spread of the fungus causing the decline and extinction of many amphibians. Though once declared extinct, scientists are working to breed recently discovered populations for conservation. Their future remains uncertain. Summary Jambato Toad (Ate
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Fossil plants from Alum Bluff represent a time when Florida’s climate was warmer and sea level was higher. In 1916 scientists identified 12 species of plant fossils from Alum Bluff – today Museum scientists have identified 22 more. Summary Fossil Palm (Sabalites apalachicolensis) From Liberty C
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Many whale species swim near Florida shores. They sometimes become stranded and die on Florida beaches, as did this juvenile Humpback. The Museum is the state repository for endangered species, used to better understand the organisms and inform their conservation. Summary Humpback Whale Skeleton
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The Dusky Salamander was once common in the southeastern United States. In recent years, UF researchers have documented population drops and even disappearances within its range, such as in Devil’s Millhopper sinkhole in Gainesville where they were once abundant. Summary Southern Dusky Salamande
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Lionfish were introduced to the Atlantic Coast of Florida in the 1980s by either release or escape from marine aquariums. Many populations of reef fishes have declined in areas invaded by Lionfish, and efforts to control their spread have been largely ineffective. Summary Pacific Red Lionfish (P
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These fish first appeared in Florida in the early 1960s as escapees of the aquarium trade. They can breathe air and wriggle across land to invade new bodies of water, contributing to their success – though their impact is not well-studied. Summary Walking Catfish (Clarias batrachus) From Palm B
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Giant Clams can grow to be huge in nutrient-poor waters due to the help of tiny photosynthetic algae (zooxanthellae) that live in their body. The zooxanthellae gain protection by living on the giant clam, while the clam gains the carbon fixed by photosynthesis. Summary Giant Clam (Tridacna gigas
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit