A loggerhead turtle nesting during a guided turtle walk.

Monitoring Sea Turtle Nests in Florida's State Parks

For 2019, most of the sea turtle nests have hatched and the adult turtles are migrating back to their feeding grounds. Here in Florida, park rangers, biologists and volunteers are still telling stories and planning for 2020.

The Zebra heliconian (Heliconius charitonius) is Florida’s state butterfly.

Finding Butterflies in North Central Florida

In Florida, experts have verified 170 native butterfly species with an additional 30 considered to be either non-native or vagrant strays. Learn where to see them in north Florida from Biologist Rick Owen.

Park Zen

Need a break from the ordinary? Explore Park Zen with your favorite device and discover the rejuvenating power of Florida State Parks.