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29 - Anhinga
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The proximity of the Everglades to major urban areas such as Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and Naples is both a blessing and a curse. The impact of urban encroachment, increasing pollution, and introduction of exotic species are well documented. However, this proximity can in fact be a benefit for the Everglades. It provides an opportunity for people to visit the Everglades and view the miracles of nature on a daily basis. The more people that begin to understand the Everglades ecosystem, the more likely that restoration projects will be completed. These long term, extremely expensive projects do not happen on their own but take the collaboration of scientists, businesses, and citizens to understand and support the effort to preserve the Everglades.
Shark Valley, Everglades National Park, Florida.
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