We went to the beach in Florida, and there were signs. Just wondering.
2007-06-13 06:45:22 · 5 answers · asked by kguer 1 in Environment ➔ Other - Environment
Dunes are the backbone of a barrier island, providing stability in a constantly shifting environment. While some beaches have several parallel dune ridges, many have one. This single dune intercepts the wave action, wind abrasion, and salt spray, sheltering the plant communities which lie inland and protecting the mainland from flooding and erosion. Dunes tends to be steep on the ocean side and gradually sloped on the landward side. Plants growing on the dune play a critical role in anchoring the sand. Sea oats plays a particularly vital role in anchoring the dune. Adapted to the dynamic environment, it is actually stimulated to grow when buried in sand and sends an extensive network of roots deep into the sand. Because of this, it is illegal to pick sea oats in Florida (and many other states). Dune plant communities are very fragile. Repeatedly 'picking' and/or walking across a dune can damage the vegetation and open the way for accelerated erosion.
2007-06-13 06:55:48 · answer #1 · answered by theoutcrop 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because mares eat oats and does eat oats, but little lambs eat ivy. Either that or it's because sea oats are mildly hallucinogenic and the government really doesn't want you to have any fun.
2007-06-13 06:52:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Not just that, but its illegal to kill an alligator in FL, even if you find it in your yard. During the mating season in FL you have to be careful where you let your kids play.
2007-06-13 08:27:19 · answer #3 · answered by Umpalumpa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because the local legislatures created a law making it illegal. I think they're endangered.
2007-06-13 09:44:56 · answer #4 · answered by jdkilp 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i am not sure why it is a criminal offense but it could be that they were planted there to help the environment.
2007-06-13 06:56:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋