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The Florida Everglades, a vital and diverse ecosystem stretching from Lake Okeechobee to the Gulf of Mexico, faced significant threats beginning in the 1880s when they were deemed "wasted land" ripe for drainage and development. This expansive national park, covering over 2,300 square miles, has witnessed the devastating impact of human intervention on its native wildlife, including the exploitation of alligators and birds. Yet, literature and advocacy played a pivotal role in raising awareness and galvanizing conservation efforts to protect this unique landscape from destruction.
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Persuasive Words How literature was used to save the Everglades
The Florida Everglades • What are the Everglades? • A series of diverse, yet interconnected ecosystems covering the southernmost tip of Florida, extending from Lake Okeechobee to the Gulf of Mexico. Today, the Everglades National Park covers 2,354 square miles.
Starting around the 1880’s the Everglades were seen as wasted land. Plans were made to drain the swamps, “reclaiming” the land so humans could use it for farming, recreation, and homesteading.
The native animals of the Everglades were harvested to make fashion accessories. Alligators and birds of all kinds, being highly prized, were especially vulnerable.
