Conservation

Wildlife and Plants

Numerous wildlife species inhabit Corkscrew Swamp.

It is believed that if the land is properly managed, all else including wildlife will take care of itself. Staff and volunteers maintain an active database of daily wildlife sightings around the boardwalk as well as conduct monthly bird and yearly butterfly censuses. The research program is continuously growing and adding to the existing monitoring. 

Listed species that inhabit Corkscrew Swamp include the Florida Panther (Felix concolor), Black Bear (Ursus americanus), and Wood Stork (Mycteria americana).

Proper land management and maintenance of hydrologic conditions will help ensure the preservation of these imperiled species.

Information about Corkscrew's diverse plants and animals

Mammals of Corkscrew
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Mammals of Corkscrew

Corkscrew Swamp is home to 34 species of mammals.

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Florida Panther
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Florida Panther

The Florida panther is an umbrella species; by protecting them, we protect a multitude of other animals and plants.

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Reptiles
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Reptiles

Florida currently has at least 142 recognized native reptiles and amphibians, some of them can be found at Corkscrew!

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Amphibians
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Amphibians

Florida is home to at least 53 native species of amphibians...which of these are found at Corkscrew?

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Insects
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Insects

With more than 1.5 million species of insects named worldwide, what is found at Corkscrew?

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Fish
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Fish

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Plants and Trees
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Plants and Trees

Corkscrew is home to a beautiful and important array of plants and trees. Currently a complete inventory is underway to identify exactly what is found within the sanctuary.

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