Can I see manatees in the Indian River Lagoon?

You will be able to see manatees right from our docks in the winter and spring, as well as many more interesting marine and bird life.

Such as?

Dolphins (porpoises) are always playing in the Indian River, and tarpon (which grows to 6+ feet in the ocean) will jump out of the water around sunset.

Is Pelican's Landing a good place for birdwatchers?

You will be able to see not only the wading birds such as great blue herons, great egrets, snowy egrets, little green herons and roseate spoonbills, but also pelicans (of course). There are several species of pelicans that call the Indian River home, the brown pelican which is the most common, and the white pelican.

The sandhill crane is a winter visitor to our area, and families can be seen in the Sebastian Highlands residential areas.

Also, you can see the great predators that call Indian River county home all year long. If you are lucky you will spot the magnificent symbol of our country, the eagle. More common sightings are of predator birds such as the osprey and varied hawks.

Travelling west on State Road 60 you can see the magnificent and rare crested cara-cara, a predator bird which makes its home around the Lake Okeechobee area to just north of SR 60.