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A Rarified Place
The islands, Pine Island Sound to the east and the Gulf waters to the west are home to some of the rarest species on earth. Some are listed federally endangered or threatened, others are listed as imperiled by the State of Florida. On any given day, here on the islands you may not be aware the wildlife that appears common, can actually scare in many other places.
In the world of birds, it is easy to spot an osprey diving for a fish, brown pelicans soaring, ibis poking in the surf, or a snowy egret with its black legs and yellow feet. In the bay one may spot little blue and tri-colored herons, along with roseate spoonbills. Granted the reddish egret may be more difficult to see considering that although many are grayish blue with brick red neck and head feathers, others of the same species are all white. No fair!
What is nice is that all these birds are large enough to see without far-reaching binoculars and may be as close as the next piling out on the pier or at the edge of the shore. What may not be appreciated at first glance is that all of these birds are all listed as imperiled in Florida. That means their numbers are dwindling.
Many birds forage at low tide on the mudflats and sleep on nearby islands. The birds have good taste in choosing their roosts and raising their children in our neighborhoods.
 Small toothed sawfish and Nassau grouper, Goliath grouper and a few other species of fish are either protected year round or in special seasons such as spawning time. Even some species of sharks are also on the prohibited list. Knowing that 95% of the world's sharks have vanished may compel people to strictly do catch and release. The near shore waters also host some special marine reptiles- sea turtles. Kemp's ridleys are known to graze in the grasses of the bay as well as green sea turtles that enjoy the lush sea grasses. Loggerhead sea turtles are particularly fond of the beach for nesting during late spring and summer. Kemp's, as youngsters not much larger than a five gallon bucket, they feed in our back yard. Then there are our charismatic marine mammals. Manatees and bottle nosed-dolphins are protected under the Marine Mammals Protection Act. Enjoy them from a far, but give them some space.  These islands were declared a sanctuary island in the late 1930s because people recognized the value of the area to wildlife. Humans cherished the island as a quiet, unique retreat from the hectic world, some of which has been preserved because foresighted people recognized it was a haven for vanishing wildlife as well. It is a rarified place not by altitude, but by attitude. For this we give thanks.
Kristie Anders
Education Director
Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation
Thank you, Kristie. You always inspire us.
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This Sunday
Dont Miss:
Florida's First Solar Community
Could Come to Sanibel Island
Residents of Sanibel and Captiva islands could be part of the first community solar power initiative in Florida. The J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel is going solar, and refuge advocates want locals to join in. This exciting joint initiative is being launched with local
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHELL MUSEUM!!
Everyone gets to celebrate - Saturday November 14!
Sanibel
Holiday Luminary Festival
Periwinkle Road comes alive with the sights and sounds of the holidays.
Come out and join your neighbors for this joyous holiday tradition.
December 4
5:30 - 9:00
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Near Beach Homes
and Condos
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Magical Captiva Holiday Village
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Sunset arias on the Beach
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Our "Country Christmas" Golf Cart
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Beautiful Chapel by the Sea
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It all Starts here on Nov. 27
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Good Times with Good Friends
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2015 Event Schedule - Don't Miss It!
November 27 - 'Tween Waters Inn Fireworks Show and Tree Lighting
November 28 - Sunset Arias at 'Tween Waters Inn
November 28 - South Seas Island Resort Tree Lighting
December 4 - Sunset Arias at 'Tween Waters Inn
December 5 - Captiva Luminary
December 11 - South Seas Island Resort Holiday Stroll
December 12 - South Seas Island Resort Holiday Stroll
December 12 - Captiva Island Boat Parade
December 13 - Chapel by the Sea Carol Sing
December 18 - South Seas Island Resort Holiday Stroll
December 19 - South Seas Island Resort Holiday Stroll
December 19 - Captiva Island Golf Cart Parade
December 25 - South Seas Island Resort Holiday Stroll
December 26 - South Seas Island Resort Holiday Stroll
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| 2015
October Market Report
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October
Sales & New Listings
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SANIBEL
Total Sales for Sanibel:
$18,900,000.00
Sanibel Sept Sales
New to Market Homes
New to Market Vacant Land
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CAPTIVA ISLAND
Total for Captiva:
$8,560,000.00
New to Market Vacant Land
No New Vacant Land
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*All statistics taken from Sanibel-Captiva MLS.
*All Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
*The information provided represents a general compilation of real estate activity on the Islands. This info does not imply that BEGGS, REALTORS®, Royal Shell Real Estate is involved in these transactions nor is this intended to solicit property already listed.
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Fresh Pompano Scampi
Now THAT'S something to be Thankful for!
This month our Recipe is compliments of Paradise TV who brings you this video from Chef Jason at the Captiva House.
After all, those turkey leftovers don't last forever. Enjoy!
Don't feel like cooking???.....
If this video has inspired you to visit the Captiva House, you can visit their website for a peek at their menu and to make reservations.
15951 Captiva Drive
Captiva Island
239-472-5161
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