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Defenders of Wildlife - Florida Office
The staff in the Florida office of Defenders of Wildlife works to protect the state's diverse wildlife and wildlife habitat, with special focus on saving and recovering endangered species. Efforts range from advocating for a statewide ecological network, to transportation and land use planning, public education campaigns and litigation.
Defenders works with fellow conservation organizations, state and federal agencies, partnership and stakeholder work groups, scientists, land managers, educators, the media, elected officials and concerned citizens.