The Truth About Iconic Florida

<p>When people think of Florida and visiting the sights, what do they think of? For most people, it’s some combination of alligators, flamingos, manatees, and sea turtles with a sprinkling of Disney World, Kennedy Space Center, and the beaches. This episode explores the truth about iconic Florida. </p> <p><strong>Learn more:</strong></p> <ul> <li>American Flamingo - <a href=" https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/profiles/birds/waterbirds/american-flamingo " target="_blank"> https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/profiles/birds/waterbirds/american-flamingo </a></li> <li>All About Manatees- <a href=" https://myfwc.com/education/wildlife/manatee/facts-and-information/ " target="_blank"> https://myfwc.com/education/wildlife/manatee/facts-and-information/ .</a></li> <li>All About Sea Turtles- <a href=" https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/sea-turtle/where-to-view/ " target="_blank"> https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/sea-turtle/where-to-view/ </a></li> </ul> <p><strong>How You Can Help:</strong></p> <ul> <li>View Manatees Responsibly - <a href=" https://myfwc.com/education/wildlife/manatee/viewing-guidelines/#:~:text=Look%2C%20but%20don't%20touch%20manatees.&text=Never%20poke%2C%20prod%20or%20stab,a%20cow%20and%20her%20calf. " target="_blank"> https://myfwc.com/education/wildlife/manatee/viewing-guidelines/</a></li> <li>Help Keep Our Sea Turtles Safe - <a href=" https://myfwc.com/research/wildlife/sea-turtles/florida/faq/" target="_blank"> https://myfwc.com/research/wildlife/sea-turtles/florida/faq/.</a></li> <li>Visit Real Florida When Vacationing or Staycationing: <a href="https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails">https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails</a> OR <a href="https://www.nps.gov/state/fl/index.htm">https://www.nps.gov/state/fl/index.htm</a> OR <a href="https://www.visitflorida.com/travel-ideas/articles/outdoors-nature-florida-wildlife-refuges/">https://www.visitflorida.com/travel-ideas/articles/outdoors-nature-florida-wildlife-refuges/</a> </li> </ul>