The Issues
Florida’s Treasure Coast is home to some of the most diverse and beautiful coastal ecosystems in the state—but they are facing growing challenges. From water quality concerns linked to Lake Okeechobee regulations to the long-term success of Everglades restoration, decisions made upstream have a…
The Last Stronghold: Endangered Smalltooth Sawfish in Florida
Dive in to learn about the endangered smalltooth sawfish and what’s being done to promote the recovery of this unique species in the Indian River Lagoon and beyond.
The Loxa-Lucie Headwaters - Continuing the History of Preserving Environmentally Valuable Lands in Martin County
Learn about a new land preservation initiative to protect the headwaters of Kitching Creek and the north-flowing South Fork of the St. Lucie River.
In The News
RESEARCH DEPARTMENT NEWS
(8/2023) Director of Research and Conservation, Dr. Loraé Simpson, spoke with City & State Florida about what sargassum can teach us about mangroves and their tolerance to high nutrient levels. You can read the article at the link here.
(8/2023) Our Research Teams…
The Role of Fire in Jonathan Dickinson State Park Using Florida Scrub-Jays and Red-Cockaded Woodpeckers as Case Studies
Find out how Jonathan Dickinson State Park is monitoring the impacts of prescribed fire on Florida scrub-jay and red-cockaded woodpecker populations as indicators of successful fire management.
"The Science Behind Oyster Restoration" Workshop
Learn about the science behind oyster restoration and living shoreline construction!
The Story of Plastic Film Screening
Join us at the Blake Library for a screening of The Story of Plastic.
The Vital Role of Seagrass in Coastal Ecosystems
Beneath the shimmering surface of our coastal waters lies a hidden treasure vital to the health of our marine environments: seagrass.
The World According to Sharks: Lessons on Survival from Earth's Oldest Predator
Dive in to see how bull sharks and tiger sharks are altering their movement patterns in response to climate change, and the specific factors that are driving these shifts.
The Young and Passionate Megan Brookes
Megan Brookes became involved with Florida Oceanographic because she has always had a passion for the environment. When she first started as a volunteer at Florida Oceanographic, she was looking for somewhere that she could be a part of the conservation efforts in her local community.
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'There isn't a cure or an antidote': Experts say to keep pets away from blue-green algae
Blue-green algae’s toxicity is a worry for both wildlife and humans. With the algae spreading beyond Lake Okeechobee and into canals, there’s ample cause for concern.
They're called 'super clams,' and the Indian River Lagoon just got 55,000 of them
The long-embattled southern Indian River Lagoon got some support this month from what could be a promising solution to pollution problems. They're called "super clams."
Three local Indian River Lagoon restoration projects will benefit from proposed $9.4 million in funding from NOAA
Three local endeavors to improve the health of the Indian River Lagoon alongside the North Barrier Island are among 15 projects earmarked for $9.4 million in proposed federal funding to be spent over the next three years.
Tide to Treasure Workshop
Looking for a unique holiday experience that blends creativity with coastal science? Join us for Tide to Treasure — a hands-on program where you’ll explore the beauty of Florida’s beaches and turn seaside finds into wearable art!
Tide to Treasure Workshop
Looking for a unique holiday experience that blends creativity with coastal science? Join us for Tide to Treasure — a hands-on program where you’ll explore the beauty of Florida’s beaches and turn seaside finds into wearable art!
Tide to Treasure Workshop
Looking for a unique holiday experience that blends creativity with coastal science? Join us for Tide to Treasure — a hands-on program where you’ll explore the beauty of Florida’s beaches and turn seaside finds into wearable art!
Tom Lane – Nearly Two Decades of Dedication
Tom first got involved with Florida Oceanographic 18 years ago, lending a hand at our early Swashbuckler fundraising events alongside a volunteer group from Holiday Out. Since then, he has remained deeply committed to our mission, believing that the best way to support conservation is through…
Tom Thornton Mobilizes to End Plastics in the Ocean
Meet Volunteer Tom Thornton
Too much polluted agricultural water threatens Everglades' engineered wetlands, study says
Too much polluted agricultural water threatens Everglades' engineered wetlands, study says.
Town Halls
Blue-Green Algae
August 2024
Join Mark Perry, Executive Director and CEO of Florida Oceanographic Society and Todd Thurlow, Rivers Coalition Board Member and creator of EyeOnLakeO.com, as they discuss the severe impacts of blue-green algae, storm season, and discharges from Lake Okeechobee on our…
