In the middle of the travel and tourism industry of the Florida Keys, resides a species of tiny white-tailed deer called the Key Deer. It is believed the species migrated to the Keys from the mainland across a land bridge that was later submerged, leaving the Key Deer trapped and left to become a part of the islands’ habitat. Commerce and development of the Keys over the past 70 years has disrupted the delicate ecosystem of these tropical islands, and the population of the Key Deer has fluctuated as a result. As tourists seek to spot members of this unique species, the Key Deer have become part of the very industry that threatens their existence. This nature documentary highlights the dangers surrounding this natural resource and stresses the importance of properly managing the Key Deer habitat in order to help grow the population and maintain the botanical and animal sanctuary of the Florida Keys.
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