Spilling Thought: The largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S., Everglades #NationalPark in #Florida protects an unparalleled landscape that provides important habitat for rare and endangered species -- like the manatee and American crocodile. The #Everglades is known for its unique mangrove forests (pictured here), which serve as a valuable habitat for marine species. During the dry months, wading birds congregate here to feed and nest, and in the summer, the mangrove forests provide the first line of defense against howling winds and storms. #Sunset photo by James Pion (http://ift.tt/18oFfjl). by usinterior