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Welcome to the Southeast Information Node [Thu Mar 24 12:34:38 EDT 2011]
Following a strategic plan recognizing biodiversity is not bound by state borders, the Southern Appalachian regional focus has expanded to a broader “Southeast” focus.Now called the Southeast Information Node, the Southeast regional focus connects data concerning the biological resources of states within the southeastern U.S. including Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Florida, North [...]
Southeast Freshwater Mussels [Mon Jan 17 16:36:05 EST 2011]
Southeast freshwater clams are described as “jewels in our waters.” Downloadable digital distribution maps reveal a treasure of Southeast U.S freshwater mussel species.Adding new maps and data to the original “Species of Greatest Conservation Need” species list and application, a new species list provides access to data about freshwater clams of the Southeast. The list [...]
Amphibians & Reptiles of Alabama National Forests [Tue Dec 07 14:28:42 EST 2010]
Are the rare reptile and amphibian species in Alabama’s national forests also species of greatest conservation need? A new species list and interactive application for amphibians & reptiles of Alabama’s National Forests reveals the answer.Building on the initial “Species of Greatest Conservation Need” species list and application, the new species list focuses on the reptiles [...]
New U.S. Virtual Herbarium Web Site [Mon Aug 23 10:25:27 EDT 2010]
The new United States Virtual Herbarium (USVH) Web site is now online at http://www.usvirtualherbarium.org. Backed by an alliance of U.S. herbaria, regional herbarium networks and expertise throughout the nation, the project’s goal is to digitize all botanical specimens in U.S. herbaria.Proposals for the digitization component of this National Science Foundation-supported project are now [...]
Southeast Butterflies and Moths [Fri Jun 04 11:30:57 EDT 2010]
Many butterfly and moth species are endemic to the southeastern U.S. Subscribe to butterfly and moth updates and explore taxonomy, habitat, ecological importance, and species with new butterflies and moths content.
Will Exotic Snakes Invade More States? [Mon Nov 09 16:54:59 EST 2009]
Non-native Burmese pythons (Python molurus) have colonized Everglades National Park in South Florida. Can the invaders survive colder climates of other Southeast states? Find out with new invasive reptiles content.Researchers in South Carolina built a secure outdoor enclosure for ten male Burmese pythons to learn if invasive snakes from the Florida Everglades can survive [...]
Southeast Invasive Species [Fri Sep 11 09:54:44 EDT 2009]
Find new tools and information about southeastern U.S. invasive species.Non-native species can become invasive, causing economic and/or ecological harm. Updated information is now available for identification, control, and management of the Southeast’s invasive animals, invasive microorganisms and pathogens, and invasive plants. Web-based invasive species management tools like identification guides, training materials, and [...]
Data Management Toolkit [Tue Sep 08 11:23:30 EDT 2009]
The Federal government invests over $600 million per year in biological data collection. To protect this investment, a new Data Management Toolkit helps researchers ensure long-term data access.The Data Management Toolkit provides best practices for data generators to follow. These best practices were shaped by a case study of collaboration and data sharing among [...]
Virtual Globe Interactive Maps [Fri Aug 07 05:03:42 EDT 2009]
The world is at your fingertips with new mapping content. Visit the Virtual Globe Interactive Maps page to access 3-dimensional interactive maps about diverse topics from wildlife and watersheds to weather and climate change.Virtual globes take two-dimensional flat maps to new heights by reproducing surface elevation in an interactive, three-dimensional virtual environment. River canyons, mountain [...]
Aquatic Mites: A Closer Look [Thu Apr 30 16:22:52 EDT 2009]
Water mites are important but often overlooked members of freshwater ecosystems. New content highlights these interesting invertebrates with 16 stunning images of aquatic mites of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.Water Mite Genera of Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a collaboration with Dr. Andrea Radwell of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Along with intriguing magnified images [...]