Order Publication - (This order form is in PDF format. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view form.) From the 2001 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation, 95% of Americans participate in wildlife watching activities around the home. Sixty four percent observe wildlife in their yards, and twenty percent maintain plantings or natural areas around their yards to attract wildlife. (For more results of this survey, visit the Economic Impact of Outdoor Recreation page.)
In spite of this interest, millions of residents in Florida don't realize how closely the health of wildlife populations is tied to the health of their habitats- the living spaces that provide animals with food, water, shelter and cover. This guide suggests specific techniques for creating viable habitats on small properties in Florida. We hope it will help you attract, enjoy and conserve wildlife close to your home. How to use this information | Introduction | Contributors What animals might live in your backyard? Evaluating and creating a plan Managing your backyard habitat Attract the wildlife you want Supplementing your backyard habitat Native plants for backyard Florida habitats For further information |