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Cold Front: Sunday, 11.20.16 Forecast

There is another epic cold front headed for the gulf coast.  What makes this cold front so unusual, you ask.  Well it is the northeast winds paired with solid surf, of course! This solid cold front is slated for Sunday.

This is a cold front surf forecast for Florida’s gulf coast.  This forecast will cover things like the waves, the weather, and the tides for Clearwater, Bradenton, and Venice.  It will discuss how these conditions will change through the duration of the swell.

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Gopher Tortoise

The gopher tortoise (gopherus, polyphemus) can be found all over the gulf’s barrier islands.  They are terrestrial animals, and as such they cannot swim very well. This turtle likes dry sandy areas, areas like sand dunes, and arid coastal islands.  Its legs are designed for digging in the sand, instead of swimming in the water. The turtle can grow up to a foot long, and weigh 30 pounds.  The tortoise’s lifespan can range from 40 to 60 years. Continue reading Gopher Tortoise