Manatees in Florida are dying in record numbers from starvation due to a decrease in the seagrass beds on which they feed. Republicans in the state legislature want to make it easier for developers to destroy those beds. That's where we begin the show.

This week's guest is Florida wildflower expert Craig Huegel. In this episode we mention:

Craig Huegel's wildflower books which you can find here.

Craig Huegel's wildflower blog.

Criag Huegel's landscaping blog.

Florida Wildflower Cooperative.

Florida Wildflower Foundation.

Florida Association of Native Nurseries.

Florida Native Plant Society.

Florida friendly wildlife habitat certification for homeowners.

"Welcome to Florida" is presented by Visit Sarasota which features endless activities and attractions including the Circus Arts Conservatory.

We'd like to welcome a new sponsor to the podcast, The James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art in St. Petersburg which presents the special exhibition "Away from Home: American Indian Boarding School Stories" from January 28 through March 16, 2022.