With more than 1,200 kinds of animals, Florida ranks third in the nation in wildlife diversity. Providing adequate food, water and shelter can increase the number and variety of species that visit your yard. An anhinga dries its wings

  1. Plant trees, shrubs and vines that provide cover, nesting areas or food for birds, butterflies and other wildlife.

  2. Make available a water source such as a bird bath (be sure and keep this clean) or small pond for wildlife.

  3. Provide wildlife shelters such as bat houses, bird houses or in rural area areas- snags (dead trees).

  4. Avoid routine spraying of pesticides- they kill many things, including the "good guys!"