What is a Florida scrub-jay and why is it listed as a threatened species?
The Florida scrub-jay is a unique and fascinating bird that lives only in Florida, and is federally listed as threatened due to various human pressures on it and its habitat. Detailed information on the Florida scrub-jay and its habitat is available from the South Florida Multi-Species Recovery Plan. Q. Why do some counties require U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) review of a property before it can be built on? Counties that have information on the locations of federally listed species seek concurrence from the Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission before issuance of building permits that may impact these species. This type of coordination is typically required by the county’s Comprehensive Management Plan. Q. What resources are available to determine if my property is occupied by scrub-jays? If your property is within Sarasota County, you can find information on the Sarasota County property appraiser’s website. Please be advised the GIS scrub-jay da
