Croc Talk -
Conserving the American Crocodile at Turkey Point
Michael Lloret,
Wildlife Biologist and Senior Environmental Specialist
Florida Power & Light Company
Mike Lloret talks about his research and conservation efforts on the American crocodile at the Turkey Point Nuclear Plant in Southeast Florida.
Recorded Webinar:
Select Supplemental Content:
[READING] Florida Power & Light – American Crocodile
[READING] NextEra Energy – FPL biologist dedicates life to endangered species
[DOCUMENTARY] Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom | Protecting the Wild – Nuclear Crocs of the Everglades
[DOCUMENTARY] PBS Terra – Why Crocodiles Are Thriving in the Shadow of A Nuclear Plant
[DOCUMENTARY] Real Wild |Changing Seas – Saving the American Crocodile From Poachers
[REFERENCE] Climate Adaptation Explorer – American crocodile
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PRESENTER BIO
Mike Lloret has been with Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) for the last 7 years. He is currently the wildlife biologist/Senior Environmental specialist at the Turkey Point Clean Energy Center in Florida City, Florida. Mike is responsible for monitoring the Crocodile Management Program, Invasive Species Management Program, and all other wildlife needs at Turkey Point. Growing up in Miami, Florida, Mike was immersed in South Florida wildlife early — allowing him to gain invaluable experience in the field. His passion for wildlife conservation guided him to accumulate the expertise necessary to fulfill his position today. Mike’s areas of interest include but are not limited to conservation and ecology of herpetofauna, invasive species research and management, animal husbandry, habitat creation and environmental outreach/education.
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