The South Florida Water Management District restores and protects natural ecosystems that provide important habitat for native wildlife species. Did you know Florida’s native birds and wildlife are a key indicator for the success of Everglades restoration?
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Burmese pythons, Melaleuca, Brazilian pepper trees, and other harmful invasive species can damage critical habitat, harm native wildlife and alter the ecology of our natural systems. Did you know the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is taking aggressive action to protect nearly 1.5 million acres of public land, natural areas, canals and levees from these persistent pests?
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A new Executive Order signed by Governor Ron DeSantis builds on the momentum for environmental protection in Florida and brings additional resources to accelerate Everglades restoration and water quality projects.
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From flood protection and water quality, to wildlife habitat and outdoor recreational opportunities, wetlands provide numerous benefits for people and the environment.
Did you know the South Florida Water Management District works year-round to protect and restore thousands of acres of wetlands throughout our 16-county region? In fact, the largest wetland restoration efforts in the world are located right here in South Florida.