Wildlife use of a created wetland in central Florida

Published source details Kent D.M. & Langston M.A. (2000) Wildlife use of a created wetland in central Florida. Florida Scientist, 63, 17-19.
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This study is summarised as evidence for the following.

	Action	Category
	Create wetland Action Link
	Create or restore wetlands Action Link

Create wetland

A before-and-after study in 1992–1994 of a constructed wetland (32 ha) in Florida, USA (Kent & Langston 2000) found that nine amphibian species used the wetland within the first two years. Seven species were already present as construction was completed in July 1992. Species richness continued to increase throughout the study. Wildlife was monitored quarterly from July 1992 to August 1994. Counts were undertaken on transect and perimeter walks and call counts were undertaken at night.
Create or restore wetlands

A before-and-after study in 1992–1994 in a wetland in Florida, USA (Kent & Langston 2000) found that six reptile species used the wetland within the first two years. The reptiles were first observed six months after the wetland was created and in total six reptile species usually associated with wetlands were recorded. Overall species richness continued to increase throughout the study. A 32 ha wetland was created in July 1992. Reptiles were monitored quarterly from July 1992 to August 1994. Counts were undertaken on transect and perimeter walks.

(Summarised by: Katie Sainsbury)