lizards, birds, and other snakes. Coachwhips on Cayo Costa are tan, and may be seen pointing their heads out of bushes and grass. The snakes are not aggressive, and do not chase and or whip people. Flora The mother-in-law's tongue (Sansevieria trifasciata) is found in the state park. This plant is most commonly seen as a house plant, but this invasive species came from one of the houses on the island and has spread widely. Staff is currently trying to rid the island of this invasive plant. The resurrection fern (Pleopeltis polypodioides) is found growing on trees throughout Cayo Costa. It is an epiphyte that turns brown and curls up its leaves when dehydrated. When the plant receives water or rain, the plant will "come back to life" and reappear green and alive. Seagrape (Coccoloba uvifera) is found at Cayo Costa. The fruit appears in the summer time during the wet season. It starts out as a bright green grape then ripens to a purplish color. The fruit mainly consists of a large seed with little flesh. It is well known among locals, who make jellies or wines from the grapes. This plant is native to South Florida and the Caribbean. This plant can grow up to fifty feet tall, and is often found close to the ocean because it is relatively salt-tolerant. Recreational activities Activities include hiking, off-road bicycling, swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, picnicking, fishing, shelling, wildlife viewing, camping, and sunbathing. Amenities Amenities include boat slips, beaches, hiking trails, picnic pavilions, 12 primitive camping cabins and bath house/restrooms. The park offers a small nature center/gift shop with nature exhibits as well as items for sale. The park has the following available for purchase: ice, sun lotion, bug spray, T-shirts, hats, bird keys, shell keys, and postcards. Cayo Costa has bikes available for half-day and full-day rentals. There are 12 primitive cabins and 30 tent sites available for camping in the park, each with its own picnic table and fire pit/ground grill. Boat slips are available for those who wish to camp aboard their boats. Florida state parks are open between 8 AM and sundown every day of the year, including holidays. Wildlife gallery References Cayo Costa State Park at Florida State Parks Cayo Costa State Park at Absolutely Florida Padilla Family. https://books.google.com/books?source=bl&ved=0ahUKEwiHxrTD7ebMAhWBST4KHVmyC_cQ6AEIQzAK&sig=oWK-syxq1YYALOihZyAX3wOIv9c&pg=PA98&hl=en&lpg=PA98&sa=X&ots=soMZr7_9zL&id=-ISu8kfLpnAC&dq=padilla+family+canary+islands#v=onepage&q=padilla%20family%20canary%20islands&f=false Padilla Family http://pineisland.info/index/surrounding-islands/cayo-costa/ State parks of Florida Parks in Lee County, Florida Nature centers in Florida