South Florida Mammals

Habitat(s): Dense habitats including forested areas, especially the Apalachiocola area, Ocala National Forest, and Big Cypress.
Food: They are omnivorous, but 80% of their diet is fruit, seeds, berries, acorns, and nuts.
Lifespan: About 20 years with females having a longer lifespan.
Size: Both males and females are 5 to 6 feet. Males weigh 250-450 lbs. while females weigh 125-250 lbs.
Fun Fact: The Florida black bear is a subspecies of the American black bear.

Habitat(s): Freshwater marshes and swamps
Food: Aquatic plants, blackberry, and other woody plants
Lifespan: Up to 4 years in the wild
Size: Up to 16 inches long
Fun Fact: They are small cottontail rabbits who are very strong swimmers only found near bodies of water.

Habitat(s): Prefer wooded area near freshwater; can be found in storm drains, attics, chimneys, sheds
Food: Rodents, eggs, crayfish, frogs, fish, snakes, insects, nuts, vegetables, fruits, grains, small mammals, and food found in dumpsters.
Lifespan: 2 to 3 years in the wild
Size: 16 to 28 inches long and 9 to 12 inches tall
Fun Fact: Their paws include fingers (including non-opposable thumbs) and toes.