Clearing mangrove trees without permission is a first-degree misdemeanor, and could be punishable by a $10,000 maximum fine ...

A Windsor resident illegally removed mangrove trees from his Sebastian waterfront property, polluting the Indian River Lagoon ...

A Windsor resident is responsible for the illegal removal of mangrove trees from waterfront property, officials say. See what ...

A Windsor resident illegally removed mangrove trees from his Sebastian waterfront property, polluting the Indian River Lagoon in the process, according to county officials. Drone footage, compared ...

Florida mangrove trees are a protected species Mangroves are protected under state law. It is illegal to alter or cut down mangroves without a permit.

The Department of Environmental Protection and Indian River County are investigating illegal mangrove-clearing and Indian ...

This special mangrove tree has been a part of local lore for more than a decade as it sits in a prominent spot at Bunch Beach. The tree was likely killed by Hurricane Ian in 2022, although the ...

A curious trend is underway in Southwest Florida. Young red mangroves trees, some with nicknames like Rosie, Penelope and Dingle, are being adopted and raised in backyard gardens, at restaurant ...