FLMNH Ichthyology Department: South Florida Aquatic Environments

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South Florida Aquatic Environments

Coastal Prairies

COASTAL PRAIRIES

Coastal Prairie
*courtesy U.S Geological Survey*

Coastal Prairies:

Introduction
Native Flora
Native Fauna
Fire Impact

Introduction

Coastal prairies are located inland from the mud flats of the Florida Bay

Coastal prairies occur along the western coast of the Everglades. Located between the dry land and tidal mud flats of the Florida Bay, coastal prairies are formed by the inland movement of mud during strong storms and hurricanes. These arid habitats often experience strong winds and may become flooded by storms and hurricanes.