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You have almost no shot of getting it through security as a carry-on. If you were to follow all the TSA rules (max of 3 oz liquid), you wouldn't have enough water for it to survive any meaningful length of time. It would be very difficult to sneak it through, as something like a mushroom in a bag would be fairly obvious, not to mention the risk of being falsely accused of illegal transport (TSA, police are unlikely to know that this species isn't native to FL waters, and thus may assume you collected)
If you REALLY want to bring it with you on the plane, Checked baggage is your best bet. 99% of the time the baggage hold is not only pressurized, but heated as well, but- usually to only 50 - 60 degrees. I would put it in a baggie, then put that inside a thermos or something to protect it from the inevitable leaks that will occur when it is thrown around. But, remember...supposedly 100% of checked baggage is screened now, and If they happen to see it, it may cause you problems (even if it isn't illegal, the TSA can make your life painful when they find things of "interest")
I agree with a previous poster - shipping is your best option. FL to NJ should be relatively inexpensive (< $20)
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