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Coleman M. Sheehy III Collection Manager, Herpetology Florida Museum of Natural History Email: csheehy@floridamuseum.ufl.edu Coleman oversees a growing group of volunteers and curatorial assistants working in the FLMNH herpetology collection. He is also a specialist in snake systematics. ​
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Museum staff began surveying local moths in 2005. So far nearly 1,000 different moth species have been recorded from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and adjacent areas, highlighting the significant biodiversity in Gainesville. Summary Paynes Prairie Moths (various species) From Alachua Co.,
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit

The tallest bird in North America, the Whooping Crane symbolizes the need to protect endangered species. Extensive hunting brought the species to near extinction – by 1941 only 21 remained. Due to intensive management efforts, the wild population now tops 400 birds and breeding success has increased
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Related to the modern great white and mako sharks, Megalodon was a dominant marine predator in the world’s oceans for millions of years. Museum science has contributed greatly to understanding Megalodon biology and evolution. Summary Megalodon Shark Jaw (Carcharodon megalodon) From St. Johns Co
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit

This object is on permanent display in the Florida Fossils: Evolution of Life and Land exhibit, located in the End of the Pleistocene corner case. Summary Mammoth Ivory Point with Incised Pattern From Jefferson Co., Florida Lived/Made ~12,000 years ago Collection Florida Archaeology Story
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Pocillopora Corals are spectacular, branching animals that dominate Pacific reefs. Specialized Guard Crabs live within the coral’s branches, protecting it from predators such as the Crown of Thorns sea star. These three species demonstrate the complex biodiversity of coral reefs. Summary Pocillo
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit

On average, sharks are responsible for six human fatalities per year, while humans annually kill tens of millions of sharks in fisheries. This jaw came from a commercial fishery driven by high demand for shark fins in overseas markets. Summary Bull Shark jaw (Carcharhinus leucas) From the South
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Scientists thought Florida Jujube was extinct when it was described from a single Florida Museum specimen collected in 1949. It was later rediscovered in the wild in the 1980s, though due to its limited numbers, the future of this spiny shrub is uncertain. Summary Florida Jujube (Pseudoziziphus
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit

Fort Mose was America’s first legally sanctioned free black community, settled by formerly enslaved Africans who escaped from English colonies. Archaeologists discovered the site just north of St. Augustine, shedding light on the town’s daily life. Summary Fort Mose Artifacts (replicas) From St
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit

Rainforests have a greater diversity of life than any other land habitat in the world. Explore stories about rainforests and the plants, people and animals that call them home. Virtual camps are designed for students currently ages 6-10 and consists of one hourlong session daily for a week availabl
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