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Biologists were dealt a crushing blow last year—an endangered woodpecker, native to the Southeast U.S. was declared extinct. Now some are declaring victory for another endangered woodpecker that makes its home in North Florida and South Georgia, but others argue the declaration of victory for the Red-cockaded Woodpecker is premature.

As the newest addition to the system of Florida state parks, the Bluffs of St. Teresa offers a wilderness with trails winding through wooded habitats and wetlands with amazing views of Ochlockonee Bay from the bluffs.

Lawmakers’ allocation of $400 million protects thousands of acres of wildlife corridor.

Lawmakers’ allocation of $400 million protects thousands of acres of wildlife corridor.

Vast wilderness linking Central and South Florida was spared when the Destiny development became DeLuca Preserve. What’s next may be great environmental success. This is the last of five chapters.

13 of the best beaches in Florida Andrea M. Rotondo © Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The peninsula of Florida offers thousands of miles of coastline and beaches, from the Atlantic on the east, the state’s “panhandle” in the northwest and...