 are endemic to the Indian and western Pacific Ocean but now they are a relatively common denizen in the waters of Biscayne Bay and expanding in range. Their sharp pointed spikes are poisonous and have been fatal to humans in a few cases. They are predators which feed on small fish, mollusks, and invertebrates. Of course the danger to scuba divers, swimmers, and snorkelers is obvious.
Rhesus monkey. Released in Marion County more than 70 years ago, the rhesus monkey, or macaque, colony thrives in north central Florida in the Silver River region and some have been spotted as far away as Orlando and the Daytona area. The biggest threat the rhesus monkey presents is disease which can be spread to humans. Otherwise they are another competitor in the food chain and threaten native species such as birds because they are expert tree climbers and egg thieves.
More by this Author
A primer in the basics of travelling to and within Japan's capital and largest city, Tokyo.
This hub beautifully summarizes the major points of land on the earth's surface which fall below sea level.
A short list of eleven historic cities in the United States arranged by founding date and some honorable mentions as well.