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Title: Agricultural pesticide use in estuarine drainage areas: a preliminary summary for selected pesticides.
Name/Creator: Pait, Anthony S., United States, National Coastal Pollutant Discharge Inventory Program (U.S.), PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Discusses selected pesticides and their toxicity, use in the estuarine drainage areas, and limitations. 28 pesticides, including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, miticides, and nematicides are examined. A methodology for assessing toxicity is included, as is some discussion of crop patterns, factors affecting pesticide use, pesticide use patterns, and more. Suggestions for how the data can be used and concluding comments are included. Tables, maps, and charts. Much information about...
Show moreDiscusses selected pesticides and their toxicity, use in the estuarine drainage areas, and limitations. 28 pesticides, including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, miticides, and nematicides are examined. A methodology for assessing toxicity is included, as is some discussion of crop patterns, factors affecting pesticide use, pesticide use patterns, and more. Suggestions for how the data can be used and concluding comments are included. Tables, maps, and charts. Much information about pesticides in general is appended, including common names of pesticides, pesticide use estimation methodologies, physical properties of pesticides, environmental hazard rating system, pesticides applied to selected crops, area of crops in estuarine drainage areas, and agricultural use and toxicity normalized use for 28 pesticides by estuarine drainage area, average annual pesticide application rates by crop by state, agricultural use and toxicity normalized use for 28 pesticides by major crop by estuarine drainage area, and intensity of agricultural use and toxicity normalized use for 28 pesticides by major crop by estuary drainage area. A bibliography is attached.
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Date Issued: [1989], 1989, 1989, 1989-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1989-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1989-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000009.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000009.pdf

Title: Benthic habitat status of the Little Manatee River Estuary: 1996-1998.
Name/Creator: Grabe, Stephen A., Karlen, David., Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Fla.), PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Summarizes the results of an analysis of benthic samples collected during September-October, 1996-1998 from the Little Manatee River Estuary. Water column and sediment characteristics and the biota from the samples are discussed. A brief bibliography is included. Charts, graphs, and tables of data are appended.
Date Issued: [1999], 1999, 1999, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000015.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000015.pdf

Title: Benthic habitat status of the lower Hillsborough River: 1995-1998.
Name/Creator: Grabe, Stephen A., Karlen, David., Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Fla.), PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Summarizes the results of an analysis of benthic samples collected during September-October, 1995-1998 from the Lower Hillsborough River. Water column and sediment characteristics and the biota from the samples are discussed. A brief bibliography is included. Charts, graphs, and tables of data are appended.
Date Issued: [1999], 1999, 1999, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000016.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000016.pdf

Title: Benthic habitat status of the Palm River: 1995-1998.
Name/Creator: Grabe, Stephen A., Karlen, David., Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Fla.), PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Summarizes the results of 16 benthic samples collected during 1995, 1996, 1997, and 1998 from the Palm River in Florida. Results are compared with the Tampa Bay Benthic Index, which integrates Shannon-Wiener diversity, percentage of amphipods and gastropods, and abundance of tubificid oligochaetes and capitellid polychaetes into a single number. Methods, results, and discussion are presented, followed by a brief bibliography, charts, graphs, and tables of data.
Date Issued: [1999], 1999, 1999, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1999-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000014.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000014.pdf

Title: Clams and oysters in Charlotte County and vicinity.
Name/Creator: Woodburn, Kenneth D., PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Field investigations made in June of 1962 in association with the Florida Conservation Patrol to survey three species of bivalve mollusks that have commercial significance in Charlotte County and the vicinity. The species studied were the Quahog hardshell clam, Mercenaria campechiensis, the eastern oyster, Crassostrea virginica, and the Rangia marsh clam, Rangia cuneata. The study is aimed at preserving the viability of commercial clam and oyster harvesting in the area in the face of...
Show moreField investigations made in June of 1962 in association with the Florida Conservation Patrol to survey three species of bivalve mollusks that have commercial significance in Charlotte County and the vicinity. The species studied were the Quahog hardshell clam, Mercenaria campechiensis, the eastern oyster, Crassostrea virginica, and the Rangia marsh clam, Rangia cuneata. The study is aimed at preserving the viability of commercial clam and oyster harvesting in the area in the face of increasing urbanization.
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Date Issued: 1962, 1962-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000001.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000001.pdf

Title: Development of GIS-based maps to determine the status and trends of oligohaline vegetation in the tidal Peace and Myakka Rivers.
Name/Creator: Florida, Southwest Florida Water Management District (Fla.), Florida Marine Research Institute, PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: This study, done by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Florida Marine Research Institute, under contract to the Southwest Florida Water Management District was intended to assess upstream movement of salt marshes over time as an indicator of long term salinity changes in the Myakka and Peace rivers. Determining this status helps to contribute to the proper management of the Charlotte Harbor estuarine system.
Date Issued: [1998?], 1998, 1998, 1998-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1998-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1998-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000017.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000017.pdf

Title: Estuarine water quality monitoring program, Collier County, data report for FY 94/95: annual program report.
Name/Creator: Collier County (Fla.), Gibson, Gail G., PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Presents data for fiscal year 1994/1995 related to the estuarine water quality monitoring program. It was hoped that this would begin to establish ground water quality values. The study area includes the Southern Coastal, Faka-Union Canal, and L-28 Interceptor Canal drainage basins. 13 locations in this area were sampled during April and August/September of 1995. Locations of the sampling sites, methodology, and results are discussed. A brief bibliography is included. Tables of data are...
Show morePresents data for fiscal year 1994/1995 related to the estuarine water quality monitoring program. It was hoped that this would begin to establish ground water quality values. The study area includes the Southern Coastal, Faka-Union Canal, and L-28 Interceptor Canal drainage basins. 13 locations in this area were sampled during April and August/September of 1995. Locations of the sampling sites, methodology, and results are discussed. A brief bibliography is included. Tables of data are appended.
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Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000009.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000009.pdf

Title: A field and laboratory evaluation of water quality in finger canals. volume I. Hydrographic survey of eight canals in Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Loxahatchee River and Pompano Beach, contribution from the Hydraulic Laboratory.
Name/Creator: Piccolo, J., Morris, F. W., Lee, J., University of Florida, Florida, University of Florida, PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Presents a study aimed at comparing the hydrodynamics and biodynamics of selected residential canals in South Florida and drawing conclusions regarding the water quality in those canals. Sunfish Cove and Cobia Bay in Punta Gorda, Bangsberg W. And Severin Canal in Port Charlotte, North Canal and South Canal near the Loxahatchee River, and North Canal in South Canal near Pompano Beach were studied. Maps, charts, and tables are included. Site descriptions, hydrographic field data, hydrographic...
Show morePresents a study aimed at comparing the hydrodynamics and biodynamics of selected residential canals in South Florida and drawing conclusions regarding the water quality in those canals. Sunfish Cove and Cobia Bay in Punta Gorda, Bangsberg W. And Severin Canal in Port Charlotte, North Canal and South Canal near the Loxahatchee River, and North Canal in South Canal near Pompano Beach were studied. Maps, charts, and tables are included. Site descriptions, hydrographic field data, hydrographic analysis, canal flushing, and numerical modeling of pollutant transport in dead end canals are addressed. Bathymetry data, tidal data, and preliminary calculations of exchange volumes, exchange ratios, and minimum residence times are appended.
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Date Issued: 1976, 1976-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000007.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000007.pdf

Title: Final report on development of a model landscape code for South Florida for South Florida water management district, January 4, 1987.
Name/Creator: Schnelle, James F., South Florida Water Management District, Neal, Smith & Associates, Landscape Architects, PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: This report offers a plan for the development and design of a model landscape code for South Florida. The objective is to promote economic and efficient water use, protect and conserve water resources and ecourage the use of drought and flood tolerant plants. The report maintains that rapid development in this area has impacted groundwater recharge and protection. All aspects are covered, from design standards to fees and penalties.
Date Issued: [1987?], 1987, 1987, 1987-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1987-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1987-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000015.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000015.pdf

Title: Florida Wetland Acreage.
Name/Creator: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Nyc, Rudy., Williams, Wally., Allessandroni, Nino., United States, PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: This report provides a general explanation of wetlands in general as well as a summary of vegetated wetlands by county. It also makes a comparison of National and State Wetland Acreage data. The report is a response to the 1974 directive of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to conduct an inventory of the Nation's wetlands.
Date Issued: 1984, 1984-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000018.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000018.pdf

Title: Indicator development: seagrass monitoring and research in the Gulf of Mexico : report of a workshop held at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, FL, January 28-29, 1992.
Name/Creator: Neckles, Hilary A., PALMM (Project), Environmental Research Laboratory (Gulf Breeze, Fla.), United States, National Biological Survey (U.S.)
Abstract/Description: "Conservation and Restoration of the Sea Grasses of the Gulf of Mexico Through a Better Understanding of their Minimum Light Requirements and Factors Controlling Water Transparency";, "Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Mapping";, "Ecological Indicators";, "Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Research Needs";, and "Seagrass Conservation in the Gulf of Mexico: An Action Agenda", This document is the report of a meeting held at the Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Fla. to address the decline of sea grass...
Show more"Conservation and Restoration of the Sea Grasses of the Gulf of Mexico Through a Better Understanding of their Minimum Light Requirements and Factors Controlling Water Transparency";, "Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Mapping";, "Ecological Indicators";, "Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Research Needs";, and "Seagrass Conservation in the Gulf of Mexico: An Action Agenda", This document is the report of a meeting held at the Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Fla. to address the decline of sea grass habitats in the Gulf of Mexico. Coastal population growth and industrial and agricultural development as well as the widespread deterioration of water quality are examined.
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Date Issued: [1994], 1994, 1994, 1994-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1994-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1994-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000010.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000010.pdf

Title: Land use policy plan summary.
Name/Creator: Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council, PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Comprehensive summary of the Council's extensive 1978 Policy Plan.
Date Issued: [1978?], 1978, 1978, 1978-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1978-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1978-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/GC10000002.jpg

Title: Light attenuation with respect to seagrasses in Sarasota Bay, Florida.
Name/Creator: Mote Marine Laboratory (Sarasota, Fla.), Sarasota Bay National Estuary Program (Fla.), PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Report of a study examining the factors contributing to water column light attenuation conducted at the deep edges of seven seagrass beds in Sarasota Bay. Results and discussion include water quality parameters, in situ diffuse attenuation coefficients, adjusted attenuation coefficients, laboratory attenuation coefficients, regression models of attenuation, partitioning of attenuation, special absorption and photosynthetic reusable radiation, epiphytic attenuation, light available to the...
Show moreReport of a study examining the factors contributing to water column light attenuation conducted at the deep edges of seven seagrass beds in Sarasota Bay. Results and discussion include water quality parameters, in situ diffuse attenuation coefficients, adjusted attenuation coefficients, laboratory attenuation coefficients, regression models of attenuation, partitioning of attenuation, special absorption and photosynthetic reusable radiation, epiphytic attenuation, light available to the seagrasses, and depth limits of seagrasses. Graphs and tables of data are included. A bibliography is attached.
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Date Issued: 1995, 1995-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC10000006.jpg

Title: A low-cost transplanting technique for shoalgrass (Halodule wrightii) and manatee grass (Syringodium filiforme).
Name/Creator: Fonseca, Mark S., Palmm (Project), Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Abstract/Description: Describes a method for transplanting shoalgrass and manatee grass including the selection of stock, growth rate, planting site adapt, and a method and tables for estimating the design, labor, and material requirements of the transplanting project.
Date Issued: 1985], 1985, 1985, 1985-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1985-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1985-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/GC10000005.jpg

Title: Mangrove decomposition: a pathway for heavy metal enrichment in Everglades estuaries.
Name/Creator: Mathis, Jane Macaulay., PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Red mangrove decomposition was studied as a natural pathway for heavy metal enrichment in estuaries of south Florida. Red mangrove leaves, major constituents of the highly organic suspended detritus of the estuaries, were analyzed in several decomposition stages for heavy metal concentratrion.
Date Issued: 1973, 1973-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000003.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000003.pdf

Title: Marine environmental studies of Florida's Gulf Coast: summary and selected bibliography.
Name/Creator: Florida Coastal Coordinating Council, PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: A list of sources related to the environment of Florida's Gulf Coast. The bibliography is arranged geographically, covering: North West Florida, the Big Bend area, Florida's west coast, the West Florida Shelf, and general environmental studies pertaining to West Florida. Local, state, and federal government documents, journal articles, reports and other gray literature, conference proceedings, and more are cited. Coverage ranges from the turn of the 20th century through the early 1970's. Not...
Show moreA list of sources related to the environment of Florida's Gulf Coast. The bibliography is arranged geographically, covering: North West Florida, the Big Bend area, Florida's west coast, the West Florida Shelf, and general environmental studies pertaining to West Florida. Local, state, and federal government documents, journal articles, reports and other gray literature, conference proceedings, and more are cited. Coverage ranges from the turn of the 20th century through the early 1970's. Not annotated.
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Date Issued: 1973, 1973-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000008.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000008.pdf

Title: Matlacha Pass: benthic survey.
Name/Creator: Milligan, Michael R., Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program, Center for Systematics and Taxonomy, PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: The primary objective of this study was to establish an inventory of the macroinvertebrates throughout Matlacha Pass to aid in a comprehensive list of taxa and composition of benthic communities throughout the Charlotte Harbor watershed. The study area included the area from the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River, to the north tip of Pine Island.
Date Issued: 2001, 2001-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000019.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000019.pdf

Title: Osprey (Pandion haliaetus): section 4.3.1, US Army Corps of Engineers wildlife resources management manual.
Name/Creator: Henny, Charles J., U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station, United States, Environmental Impact Research Program (U.S.), PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: A wildlife species account for the Osprey (Pandion haliaetus). The status of the Osprey in the United States is described, and the importance of the species as an environmental indicator is discussed. Characteristics and measurements, population attributes, distribution and abundance, habitat requirements, management, census and sampling are discussed. Illustrations. Bibliography.
Date Issued: 1986], 1986, 1986-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1986-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000006.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000006.pdf

Title: Osprey nest platforms: section 5.1.6, US Army Corps of Engineers wildlife resources management manual.
Name/Creator: Martin, Chester O., Mitchell, Wilma A., Hammer, Donald A., U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station, United States, Environmental Impact Research Program (U.S.), PALMM ...
Show moreMartin, Chester O., Mitchell, Wilma A., Hammer, Donald A., U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station, United States, Environmental Impact Research Program (U.S.), PALMM (Project)
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Abstract/Description: A manual for constructing osprey nest platforms. Nest site selection, management objectives, design, construction, and installation, location, maintenance, personnel and cost, cautions and limitations, platform success, and evaluation are included. Illustrations. Bibliography.
Date Issued: 1986], 1986, 1986-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1986-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000004.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000004.pdf

Title: Pesticide residue monitoring in sediment and surface water bodies within the South Florida Water Management District.
Name/Creator: Pfeuffer, Richard J., PALMM (Project)
Abstract/Description: Reviews a number of monitoring programs sponsored by the South Florida Water Management District aimed at studying pesticide, herbicide, and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) residue in the sediment and/or surface water within the district boundaries. Five programs, undertaken between 1976 and 1983, are examined. Study areas include the Caloosahatchee River, Lake Okeechobee, and North New River. Copious charts, graphs, and maps are included. Brief bibliography. Relevant tables from the Florida...
Show moreReviews a number of monitoring programs sponsored by the South Florida Water Management District aimed at studying pesticide, herbicide, and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) residue in the sediment and/or surface water within the district boundaries. Five programs, undertaken between 1976 and 1983, are examined. Study areas include the Caloosahatchee River, Lake Okeechobee, and North New River. Copious charts, graphs, and maps are included. Brief bibliography. Relevant tables from the Florida administrative code and a brief descriptive paragraph for each of the compounds screened for and listed in the document are appended.
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Date Issued: [1985], 1985, 1985, 1985-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1985-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1985-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format: E-book
PURL: http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000012.jpg, http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/swf/GC20000012.pdf

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