Wildlife Viewing
The park is a paradise for visitors seeking to view wildlife.
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Wildlife Viewing Details
The park is a paradise for visitors seeking to view wildlife. One creature you might see is the sea turtle - loggerhead and green are two species common to the area. In fact, Dry Tortugas was first called "Las Tortugas," the Spanish word for turtles. Bird watching is a popular activity as the islands are a layover for birds migrating between North and South America. Spring and fall are the best times to visit if you'd like to see these migrations with spring being the preferred season. Snorkelers and divers will encounter countless marine life including coral, sharks, fish - even lobster! These nocturnal creatures, like octopus, can be seen by exploring Garden Key's Moat Wall at night.
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