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Conservation Strategies For A Globally Imperiled And Hyper-Fragmented Ecosystem: Acquisition, Regulations, Incentives And Outreach In Miami Dade County, James Duncan, Jennifer Possley, Janet Gil, Craig Grossenbacher
Conservation Strategies For A Globally Imperiled And Hyper-Fragmented Ecosystem: Acquisition, Regulations, Incentives And Outreach In Miami Dade County, James Duncan, Jennifer Possley, Janet Gil, Craig Grossenbacher
Cities and the Environment (CATE)
Pine rocklands are a globally critically imperiled ecosystem with limited geographic range, characterized by a high biodiversity of endemic herbaceous plants and frequent fire intervals (2-5 years). In Miami-Dade County, approximately 2% of the forest outside Everglades National Park (ENP) remains. The County adopted a forest property tax program in 1979, passed a forest preservation ordinance in 1984, and created a land acquisition program in 1991. Outreach and filling in the gaps between preservation areas are critical for the survival of a number of species.
Too Precious To Lose: Managing And Protecting The Richmond Pine Rockland Tract (Richmond) In Miami Dade County, South Florida, Jennifer Possley, James Duncan, Janet Gil, Craig Grossenbacher
Too Precious To Lose: Managing And Protecting The Richmond Pine Rockland Tract (Richmond) In Miami Dade County, South Florida, Jennifer Possley, James Duncan, Janet Gil, Craig Grossenbacher
Cities and the Environment (CATE)
Pine rockland is a globally critically imperiled ecosystem limited to the southern tip of Florida and nearby islands. Miami’s Richmond tract contains the largest American assemblage of pine rockland species. Competing interests challenge management in this fire-dependent ecosystem surrounded by urban development. In 2018, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and Miami-Dade County updated a 1994 management plan, complete with best practices, new developments, current data and learned experiences. An analysis in Richmond indicated non-traditional areas provided habitat for endangered species.