Wildlife Spotlight: Spoonbills

11700 Manatee Avenue West,Bradenton FL 34209

10 February, 2022

Description

Look for spoonbills at Perico Preserve! Join us for a stroll around Perico Preserve to search for one of Florida's most colorful wading birds, the roseate spoonbill! Discover the unique behaviors and adaptations of these charismatic, pink birds while taking in the beautiful sights of the preserve. Learn about the important role they play in our ecosystem and ways you can help wild spoonbills and their fellow feathered friends. Program suitable for adults. Binoculars recommended. Call 941-742-5923 x6036 for more information. We have a passion to preserve and protect our environment in Manatee County, mixed with a compassion for the well-being of our community and its visitors. From ecological testing of our estuaries’ water quality to organizing yoga classes for the visitors to our beaches to offering classes for healthy relationships, the Parks & Natural Resources Department staff take to heart their responsibilities of ensuring we are all surrounded by a safe and beautiful environment that will enhance the quality of life for all in Manatee County.