Where There's Smoke, There's Fire—with Ross Barreto -

Where There's Smoke, There's Fire—with Ross Barreto

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Where there's smoke, there's fire. But when that fire tears through a landscape, what happens next? Today, we dive into the world of pyrophytic ecosystems—those that not only survive but thrive on fire. Our guide on today's journey is Ross Barreto, a master's student studying native plant population dynamics and spatial ecology. He's also an Urban Forester and likes to experiment with native plant propagation, seed production, and outplanting for restoration and horticulture purposes. We explore the role of fire in Florida's ecosystems, native plants, and the resilience of nature. Follow Ross on Instagram @barross0505 Have questions, topic suggestions, or want to be on the show? Email me at [email protected] or dm me on Instagram or TikTok @devonthenatureguy Support The Wild Life for as little as $1 per month at www.patreon.com/thewildlife

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