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Town of Indian Shores
19305 Gulf Boulevard
Indian Shores, FL 33785
727.595.4020
Fax: 727.596.0050
Town Hall Hours:
Monday - Friday
8 am - 4 pm
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Our Environment
Recycling
RecycleOur residents are encouraged to recycle and there is a recycling drop off location right behind Town Hall. Also included in this section are some valuable links on how to dispose of other things that don't belong in your regular trash pickup.
Red Tide
Red TideA red tide is a higher-than-normal concentration of a microscopic alga (plant-like organisms). In Florida, the species that causes most red tides is Karenia brevis.

This organism produces a toxin that can affect the central nervous system of fish. At high concentrations (called a bloom), the organisms may discolor the water. However, red tides are not always red. They can appear greenish, brownish and even purple in color. Or, the water can remain its normal color.
Beach Nesting Birds
Nesting Birds
Shorebird nesting season runs from February throught August. Indian Shores is home to several imperiled species of shore birds. Many of these species nest directly on the beach and their nests can be difficult to detect.

The Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary and the Audubon Society mark these nests to help preserve the species as their natural environment becomes threatened.

Please see the following links for more information about these very special residents of our town:

Stingrays
StingrayMay through October is when you'll see savvy beachgoers doing the Stingray Shuffle! Stingrays come into shallow Gulf waters for their mating season and settle in; they get partially covered with sand which makes it difficult to see them.

By shuffling your feet during these months, you give the Stingrays a chance to glide out of your way and you help to avoid the chances of sustaining a painful sting.


Sea Turtles
Baby Sea Turtle Sea turtle nesting season is May 1 - October 31 each year.

Please do not disturb sea turtle nests and be mindful to remove all lawn chairs and beach toys from the beach in the evenings so the turtles have easy access from and to the water.

To report nesting, injured or dead sea turtles, please contact the Clearwater Marine Aquarium at 888-239-9414


Coyotes

Coyote They're here to stay in Pinellas County. Pinellas County codes forbid molesting, feeding, or releasing wild or non-native animals within Pinellas County.

Coyotes are generally shy of people and are often difficult to spot. Coyotes who do not keep their distance should be avoided and reported to Animal Services at 727.582.2600. These animals may have lost their fear of people and could bite, or they may be sick, or even worse, carrying lethal rabies.

Hurricanes and Tropical Storms
Hurricane
Severe Weather doesn't have to be classified as a "Tropical Storm" or a "Hurricane" to be deadly. Florida is known as the Lightning Capital of the United States. Hurricanes and tropical storms garner much media attention because when they strike, they impact many lives and valuable property. However, it is lightning that is the #1 weather killer in the state. Whenever there is a thunderstorm in the area, it is always a good idea to seek shelter.

While severe weather can happen any time of year, hurricanes pose a threat from June 1 to November 30. The best plan for dealing with a hurricane is to be prepared and have a plan. Please refer to the links below for additional information on getting prepared as well as the Emergency Management Page on our website.

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