Indian Rocks Beach vacation rentals have become popular with birdwatchers around the world, who flock to the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, home of the largest, most successful wild bird hospital in the United States. Birds from Suncoast have flown across the pages of “The New York Times” and perched on “The Today Show,” too.
The sanctuary is more than a hospital, though- it has become home to birds of all feather, from small songbirds and terns to eagle-eyed birds of prey, including hawks and owls. Young born to the permanent residents are always returned to the wild.
Brown Pelicans are one of the best reasons to visit to the sanctuary. At Suncoast, these majestic, endangered seabirds are bred and studied as part of a program to replenish the species worldwide. Fear not- the sanctuary features far more than pelicans. Suncoast features over 150 different species on which to gander, enough to satisfy the casual watcher and expert wildlife photographer alike.
Admission to the sanctuary is free, a welcome respite from the high costs of other Tampa Bay area attractions. You can take in the grounds on your own, or fall in line with a guided tour.
It’s easy to make a day of fun on the adjacent beach and strolling in and out of the sanctuary- in fact, that’s exactly what many visitors do. Birders searching for Florida beach vacation rentals should definitely consider the cottage rentals along the Florida coast close to the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary!
