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Very Important Predators
by Billy Timms
Predators of the Everglades
The Everglades is home to thousands of plant and animal species, many of which are formidable predators. It is a dangerous region and not a place to visit for the faint of heart. If you have the courage to brave the eerie forest or treacherous water, these are some of the meat-eaters you may come across.
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The American alligator is one of the Everglades’ iconic predators, striking fear into the hearts of boaters, swimmers, and just about everyone else who finds themselves in Southern Florida!
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Florida panthers have been terrorizing the glades since long before man set foot on the continent!
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The brown recluse spider is one of the most dangerous insects in the Everglades, with potent necrotic venom.
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Many a finger and toe have been lost to the lightning quick snaps of Florida snapping turtles!
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North American ospreys dominate the air over the Everglades with their lethal dives!
Be Prepared
The Everglades is a great place to visit but plan ahead! Danger can be as small as a little spider or as big as a fierce alligator! Know your threats and be prepared!
Beyond the predator and the prey.
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