Sanibel Wildlife & Environment
Resources For Sanibel Wildlife Lovers
Any one who visits Sanibel Island immediately sees how different our environment is compared to other beach towns along the Florida coastline. For starters, Sanibel is more than 60% conservation land, which is one reason why people flock here to see Sanibel wildlife in their natural habitat.
Anhingas vs. Cormorants
Anhingas vs. cormorants – they look a lot a like! Especially when they spread their wings out to dry. Here’s how you can tell the difference.
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McCallion & McCallion Donates Pigeon Plum for Sanibel Arbor Day
Each year, Sanibel participates in Arbor Day by planting a new tree. This year, we sponsored the cost of the tree that was provided by SCCF’s Native Landscapes & Garden Center.
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Keeping Sanibel Natural & Beautiful
We celebrate National Public Lands Day on the 4th Saturday in September in an effort to keep Sanibel beautiful!
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50th Anniversary of Earth Day!
Earth Day and protecting our environment is especially important to Sanibel and Captiva as the islands are home to a large number of wildlife and sea creatures.
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History of the Tamiami Trail
Every now and then we dive into the history of Southwest Florida. This time, its the Tamiami Trail!
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SCCF Recorded 850 Sea Turtle Nests in 2019!
We get excited to see the final sea turtle nesting counts each year!
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The Beauty of Sanibel Island
When you live in paradise, you sometimes become numb to the beauty of your hometown.
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All About Strangler Figs
Strangler Figs, you’ve seen them wrapped around the trees on island, and maybe never thought much about them.
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Sunflowers on the Beach??
Yes! Maybe you’ve seen them while on a beach walk? The yellow flowers are just one of a number of wild beach flowers.
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Flowering Trees Are Blooming in Florida!
I love to see colorful wildflowers and flowering trees come to life in the spring! Here are a few to look for around town.
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