Science Supporting The NPS Mission

The South Florida/Caribbean Network is one of thirty-two inventory & monitoring networks across the National Park Service. The environmental information gathered by the network is used by park managers to fulfill the National Park Service's mission to manage park resources "unimpaired for future generations." South Florida/Caribbean Network scientists collect long-term data on natural resources, including coral reefs, seagrass, marine plants and animals, invasive species, and forests. This web site delivers information about these resources, and the scientific activities underway in the South Florida/Caribbean Network.

An aerial view of the Everglades National Park mangrove landscape.
Our Parks

The South Florida/Caribbean Network encompasses 7 parks in South Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Scientist taking soil measurements in a forest
Our Science

We inventory and monitor natural resources in both terrestrial and marine environments.

Aerial view of Miami skyline and Biscayne National Park
Contact Us

Our main office is located in the Miami metropolitan area. Have a question? Give us a call or write us an email!

Last updated: September 9, 2019