Barrier Islands

Venice, Florida

Barrier Islands

Venice, Florida

Visit a breathtaking natural haven, teeming with diverse wildlife.

The barrier islands offer a unique and serene environment where visitors can observe dolphins playfully swimming in the turquoise waters and manatees gently gliding through the serene estuaries. The lush mangroves and seagrass beds provide a perfect habitat for these majestic creatures, making the islands a prime spot for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Things to know

Venice, Florida, with its temperate climate and coastal waters, offers a rich and varied marine environment that changes with the seasons.

Spring: warmer waters and an increase in daylight stimulates the growth of plankton and attracts marine animals including manatees, dolphins, and loggerhead and green sea turtles.
Summer: the peak season for marine life in Venice with warm waters and abundant food resources. It’s also prime mating season for manatees and migration season for tarpon, know for their impressive leaps.
Autumn: the water starts to cool and sea turtle hatchlings emerge from their nests and make their way to the sea. Cownose rays and snook fish may be seen.
Winter: animals migrate with cooler waters. Bottlenose dolphins and spotted eagle rays are commonly sighted.

Features

Ocean

Aquatic Animals

Birds

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Meet your guide

Jonathan McKee

Jonathan is a drone pilot and aerial photographer who excels in capturing stunning landscapes and intricate details from above. His extensive experience in Southwest Florida, particularly around the barrier islands, makes him a sought-after professional for aerial and marine footage. When not soaring through the skies, Jonathan enjoys boating in the Gulf of Mexico. He has a deep appreciation for technology and the natural beauty of the outdoors that is evident on every flight.