by cranepointmuseum@gmail.com | Feb 12, 2019 | Our Beautiful Nature Trail, Things To Do While You're Here
Our hammock forests are a great place tobird while in the Keys and we have quality birding binoculars available forloan if you didn’t bring yours. We have a variety of coastal and inlandecosystems which support species of birds from diverse ecological niches. Watchsea...
by cranepointmuseum@gmail.com | Jul 16, 2010 | Our Beautiful Nature Trail
While walking over the bridges through the wilderness you are sure to stumble upon various members of the wildlife.
by cranepointmuseum@gmail.com | Jul 16, 2010 | Our Beautiful Nature Trail
Enter the boardwalk from Crane Road near the Bird Center and walk along the shoreline. At the entrance, be sure to look up and observe the often “active” osprey nest. You will see the Golden Orb spider and a variety of red, white and black mangroves.
by cranepointmuseum@gmail.com | Jul 16, 2010 | Our Beautiful Nature Trail
Learn to identify trees you will see in the hammock before continuing on the trails.
by cranepointmuseum@gmail.com | Jul 16, 2010 | Our Beautiful Nature Trail
Fragrant flowers and plants specific to attracting butterflies live here. Giant Swallowtails, Zebra Longwings, Orange-Barred Sulphurs and Gulf Fritillaries are among the various butterflies that love this garden.
by cranepointmuseum@gmail.com | Jul 16, 2010 | Our Beautiful Nature Trail
A breath-taking view of the Florida Bay lies beyond the point. Sit for a while and enjoy the solitude and scenery. View a small island just off-shore called Rachel Key and look under the deck for angel fish and parrot fish among many others and occasionally a Florida...