In this podcast episode, Alessandra Medri, Executive Director of South Florida Wildlife Center, offers a deeper understanding of the economic aspects behind the wildlife conservation efforts in Florida, specifically at the South Florida Wildlife Center, by sharing the critical role of funding in the survival and success of conservation efforts.

“Because without a healthy environment, you don’t have a healthy planet”. Medri demonstrates how conservation centers' initiatives are essential for preserving biodiversity, and also presents the challenges of securing funding for conservation, highlighting the competitive landscape for grants and the necessity of attracting and retaining donors.

Alessandra Medri - Saving Wildlife Through Economics

This episode presents the critical aspects of manatee conservation. Joyce Palmer, Project Leader and Manager of the National Wildlife Refuge System, shares insights into the refuge center strategies. She also discusses the threats because of human activities, particularly boat strikes and entanglement in nets.

On the other hand, she also highlights the center's volunteer program. “We have over 190 volunteers that help us… dedicate a lot of their time and efforts in helping protect them”. This podcast episode provides a window into manatee conservation and the tremendous efforts to protect these gentle marine giants.

Joyce Palmer - Saving Manatees

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