Save the Skinks: Florida Mine Gets Lizard Permit Plea
Published Date: 9/2/2025
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Nola Land Company wants to expand a sand mine in Polk County, Florida, which might affect two rare lizards: the sand skink and blue-tailed mole skink. They’ve asked for a special permit and shared a plan to protect the lizards’ habitat. The Fish and Wildlife Service is asking the public to review and comment on this plan before making a final decision.
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