The Town of Big Cypress is located near critical habitat for the endangered Florida panther. What steps are planned to protect panthers?
We have studied this issue carefully and consulted with panther experts to better understand panther science and the patterns of panther movement around the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Camp Keais Strand and up to the Okaloacoochee Slough. We are looking carefully at the corridors where panthers are currently active and where there is non-functioning habitat. Big Cypress development will be concentrated near existing development in eastern Golden Gate Estates, in the area around Oil Well Road and Randall Boulevard. Our planning team will continue to study wildlife and ecosystem issues, working with Florida and national panther experts, as well as experts in conservation biology, water quality and other disciplines.
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