Suwannee Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area (WEA) conserves 1,428 acres of longleaf pine uplands, karst topography and hardwood hammocks ten miles southwest of Jasper in Hamilton County, Florida.[1]
Fauna
edit| Suwannee Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area (WEA) | |
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| Location | Hamilton County, Florida |
| Nearest city | Jasper, Florida |
| Coordinates | 30°27′40″N 83°3′52″W / 30.46111°N 83.06444°W |
| Area | 1,428 Acres |
| Governing body | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission |
This WEA was originally established to serve as a mitigation area for gopher tortoises displaced by development. Their burrows may be seen throughout the sandhill habitat. The imperiled Sherman's fox squirrel is commonly seen, as are game species such as white-tailed deer and wild turkey. The proximity of the Suwannee River makes this property attractive to resident and migratory birds[2] while numerous wildflower species attract butterflies and other pollinators.[3]
Recreational activities
editA 0.8 mile loop trails passes through sandhill habitat and passes several sinkholes. Over 18 miles of unpaved roads offer additional hiking and wildlife-viewing opportunities.[4] Good populations of white-tailed deer and wild turkey provide opportunities to hunters throughout much of the year.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Suwannee Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area". myfwc.com. Retrieved 2016-12-28.
- ^ "Suwannee River Water Management District - Birding". www.srwmd.state.fl.us. Retrieved 2016-12-28.
- ^ "Suwannee Ridge - Visitor Information". myfwc.com. Retrieved 2016-12-28.
- ^ "Suwannee Ridge Wildlife and Environmental Area". myfwc.com. Retrieved 2016-12-28.
- ^ none. "Woods 'n Water Magazine". www.woodsnwater.net. Retrieved 2016-12-28.