Imagine your favorite childhood fishing spot. The lake where you...
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A field guide to the state's natural wonders, Ecological complexity, and human impact.
With decades of expertise, J. Nicholas Ehringer offers an eye-opening look at Florida's ecological complexity. From native species to invasive threats, this guide explains the science behind our environment and the urgency to protect it.
About the Book
Ecology of Florida
Most people think of beaches and sunshine when they picture Florida. But beneath the surface lies a complex web of ecosystems that are living, shifting, and sometimes struggling to survive.
This book opens the door to those hidden worlds, from quiet marshes and tangled mangroves to ancient aquifers and vibrant coral reefs. It explains how these systems function, what makes them unique, and how events like chemical spills or rising sea levels can disrupt their natural balance.
The author presents ecological science in a way that is both engaging and easy to understand. Readers are not just learning facts; they begin to see how a lake “breathes,” how plankton support entire food chains, and why a single pollutant can trigger far-reaching effects across a habitat.
About the Author
J. NICHOLAS EHRINGER
J. Nicholas Ehringer is an ecologist and educator who has spent more than 30 years exploring Florida’s wetlands, rivers, forests, and coastal waters. His work has ranged from seagrass restoration to exotic species analysis — and even sending fertilized fish eggs into space with a NASA-affiliated team. Through research, teaching, and field expeditions, Nick brings Florida’s living systems to life for students, conservationists, and nature lovers alike.
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Read MoreWhat Readers Are Saying
Discover how Nick's field guide has inspired students, educators, and nature enthusiasts to see Florida's ecosystems with fresh insight and renewed commitment.
Honestly, this book lives in my dry bag now. The maps and explanations about currents around the Keys and how angroves actually build land? Spot on. It's not just facts; it helps me explain what clients are seeing in a way that sticks. Makes my tours way better.
Kayak Guide, Tampa
Tried using this for my ecology unit, and the kids actually got engaged. The stuff about lake succession – from water to wetland to forest – clicked because it used Florida examples they know. The trophic level diagrams were way clearer than our textbook. Super practical for teaching.
High School Biology Teacher, Orlando
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