At the edge of the 10,000 islands and right next to the Everglades, Marco Island is not only known for its beautiful beaches, but also the abundance of wildlife. Everything from geckos, iguanas and birds to panthers and bobcats. Here are some examples of the beautiful nature on our island.

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Lexi Smith

"A 8 legged Luidia Senegalensis starfish found crawling back to the water at low tide on Residents Beach."