Our blogs highlight the work of our scientists and support team that catalogs and examines global biodiversity, from the origin of earth as we know it, through present day, and forward into future possibilities.
reasons, including the… Events • May 21, 2025 Gardening for Pollinators 2025 online
Our blogs highlight the work of our scientists and support team that catalogs and examines global biodiversity, from the origin of earth as we know it, through present day, and forward into future possibilities.
reasons, including the… Events • May 21, 2025 Gardening for Pollinators 2025 online
Florida Panthers are an endangered subspecies of cougar living in South Florida forests and swamps. Once estimated to be as few as 20 panthers in the wild, the species has been brought back from the brink of extinction due to extensive conservation efforts. Summary Florida Panther (Puma concolor
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit
Zebra Longwings live an unusually long life, and can survive more than a month as adults rather than the typical 1–2 weeks as most butterflies. This is partly because they ingest pollen as well as nectar, giving the Longwings an extra source of protein. Summary Zebra Longwing (Heliconius charith
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit
This object is on permanent display in the Museum’s Exploring Our World exhibit, located in the “Museum Research & Collections” section. Summary Albert’s Skull (Alligator mississippiensis) From Alachua Co., Florida UF “Albert” mascot from Lake Alice, Oct. 1974 Collection Herpetology St
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit
Florida’s beach mouse populations are specialized to certain climatic conditions and coastal habitats unique to the small areas where they live. Each subspecies only survives in small patches of beach habitat, making them very susceptible to habitat disturbance. Summary Southeastern Beach Mice
Florida Museum photo by Kristen Grace Rare, Beautiful & Fascinating Online Exhibit
Snap the picture of a lifetime in the Florida Museum’s Butterfly Rainforest, featuring more than 50 different species at any given time. During this special event for ages 18 and older, use your tripod and other photographic equipment not usually permitted inside the exhibit! Sunday, Oct. 14 sessio
Sunday, Oct. 14 session: $35 adults $30 Museum members Register Online View Oct
Hypohippus was a highly specialized browsing horse. Its spreading 3 toes would have been well-adapted to the soft ground of the forests where it lived. It was a large horse for its time, with a size comparable to a modern pony. Where & When? Fossils of Hypohippus are found in Nebraska, Color
Fossil Horses Hypohippus Fossil Horses Online Exhibit Scientific Names Amazing
Neohipparion was the most successful hipparion horse in terms of number of species in the fossil record. Hipparion horses have been found in North America, Europe, and Asia. Where & When? Neohipparion fossils are found in sediments dating from the mid-Miocene through early Pliocene of North
Fossil Horses Neohipparion Fossil Horses Online Exhibit Scientific Names Amazing
The exhibits building is temporarily closed due to a large-scale expansion project. The Museum anticipates re-opening in 2026. Interested in attracting butterflies to your property? Discover which butterfly species you can attract, and learn about the plants that work best in your landscape. We
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