Nature
Discover the Majestic Manatees of Canaveral National Seashore
Canaveral National Seashore, located on Florida’s East Coast, is home to one of the most unique marine mammals in the world: the manatee.
February 3, 2023 No Comments
Category: Wildlife
Nature
Raptors
Raptors, also known as birds of prey, are a group of carnivorous birds that includes eagles, hawks, harriers, falcons, kites, vultures, osprey, and owls. These birds include some of the most impressive animals in Canaveral National Seashore and Florida. They include the bald eagle, the United States National Bird, and several endangered species.
January 13, 2023 No Comments
Nature
Shorebirds
What are Shorebirds? Shorebirds in Florida There are many species of shorebirds that can be found in Florida, including herons, plovers, and egrets. Some of the more common species found in Florida include the great blue heron, willet, American white ibis, snowy egret, and least sandpiper. Shorebirds are typically found along shorelines and wetlands, where
January 8, 2023 No Comments
Nature
Bottlenose Dolphins
The common bottlenose dolphin in Canaveral National Seashore is an amazing sight for everyone on the water. Wild dolphins can be seen year round in the park.
September 2, 2022 No Comments
Bioluminescence
Comb Jellies
What Are Comb Jellies? These simple bioluminescent animals are 95% water and can be found anywhere from the deep ocean to shallow coastal areas like the Indian River Lagoon. Comb jellies can swim but are considered zooplankton because the forces from currents and tides are normally too strong from them to swim against. Although they don’t
August 25, 2022 No Comments