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New Conservation Assistants Hit the Ground Running
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New Conservation Assistants Hit the Ground Running

Learn about the two new seasonal staff members.

Tagged Lesser Yellowlegs Recorded at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary During Migration
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Tagged Lesser Yellowlegs Recorded at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary During Migration

Wetland habitats in South Florida serve as important refueling stations for birds migrating from the boreal forest to South America each fall.

Protecting the Ghost Orchids of Collier County
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Protecting the Ghost Orchids of Collier County

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary staff participate in, learn from UF/IFAS Extension Office Ghost Orchid Symposium

June Rainfall Restores Water Levels in the Swamp
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June Rainfall Restores Water Levels in the Swamp

Staff recorded 11 inches between June 11 and 13, 2024.

The "Super" Ghost Orchid Now Blooming
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The "Super" Ghost Orchid Now Blooming

The first blossoms of the 2024 season were photographed on June 22.

2024 Water Year Report
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2024 Water Year Report

Above-average rainfall through the winter kept our water levels above the usual expected range.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Hosts Annual Science Forum
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Hosts Annual Science Forum

Three Audubon staff members presented during the forum.

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