Mice and rabbits often damage young trees in the winter by feeding on the bark and girdling the trees. Damage occurs most commonly when there is prolonged, heavy snow cover, and food is scarce. Rabbits feed on the bark above the snow, while mice feed near the ground level.
Fort Walton Beach, FL has a population of 20,767 people with a median age of 40.3 and a median household income of $47,149. Between 2014 and 2015 the population of Fort Walton Beach, FL grew from 20,320 to 20,767, a 2.2% increase and its median household income declined from $49,552 to $47,149, a -4.85% decrease. The population of Fort Walton Beach, FL is 74% White, 10.1% Black, and 9.8% Hispanic.
From a population of 90 in 1940 to over 175,000 in 2002, the Greater Fort Walton Beach area has enjoyed growth in many areas. Undiscovered for many years, the area abounds with both large and small businesses, beautiful residential neighborhoods, sophisticated condominium complexes, an active industrial park engaged in light, clean industry, and many opportunities for outdoor sports and activities.