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What Are Tree Islands and Why Are They Important in the Everglades?
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- Tree islands are elevated patches of hardwood hammocks amid sawgrass marshes.
- They provide dry habitat for plants and animals during flood seasons.
- These islands support diverse species like ferns, orchids, and tree snails.
- They act as refuges for wading birds, deer, and panthers.
- Different ages and sizes create a mosaic of habitats across the landscape.
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