Rising sea levels and climate change threaten Florida's Key deer, risking their habitat and survival.

Florida's Key deer, the smallest subspecies of white-tailed deer, face significant threats from rising sea levels and climate change. Their habitat in the Florida Keys is shrinking due to projections of sea level rise between 1.5 and 7 feet by 2100, which threatens their freshwater and food sources. Although their population has rebounded to around 800, challenges like stronger hurricanes and habitat loss could jeopardize their survival and conservation efforts.

November 07, 2024
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