This One Florida Park Transforms Into A Manatee Wonderland Each Fall
By Marisa Roman|Published October 10, 2018
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
One of the highlights of the fall season for Floridians is the fact that manatees from all over find solace in our warm climates and warm waters. Florida’s gentle giants tend to infiltrate our springs in the best possible way beginning in the fall, which means that if there was ever a time in which you wanted to grab an up close and personal look, this would be it. Take a peek at the Florida wildlife park that transforms into a manatee wonderland each autumn.
The Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is a wonderful way to see a side of Florida that many never get to see.
This wildlife park is known as a rehabilation center for injured animals, with a wide variety of birds and reptiles, and of course, Lu the oldest hippopotamus in North America.
The history behind Homosassa Springs dates back to the early 1900s, when the area was a popular train stop for those looking to hop off and take a dip in the springs.
There are a few non-releasable captive manatees that live inside the wildlife park who have had injuries or illnesses so severe that now they call the park their permanent home.
However, the springs itself has always been a draw for manatees from all over, who choose this beautiful spot in Florida as their home during the colder months.
Ready to plan your visit to Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park? The address for the park is 4150 S Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa Springs, FL 34446-1168. The hours are from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with ticket counters closing at 4:45 p.m. To find out more information about this beautiful Florida park, visit the website.
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