Sun and Surf Beach Shop occupies the eastern corner unit of the Island Shopping Center in the heart of Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island.
At this shop you will find a large selection of beach apparel, decor, souvenirs, and more. They stock lots of beach themed T-shirts, cover-ups, swim wear, and gifts. All the typical things you find at beach shops are sold here.
· native to South America
· playful
· affectionate
· noisy
· few words
· native to west and central Africa
· intelligent
· demanding
· noisy
· talented talker
Along the sidewalk and flanking the shop front doors are some noisy residents…11 colorful birds! There are African gray parrots, macaws, and other exotic birds sheltered in 10 cages.
The birds are celebrities at the Island Shopping Center.
Each bird has a distinct personality. Some are quiet, some are gentle, some sing, some dance, some say weird things, and some squawk loudly.
· native to Mexico & South America
· bold & comical
· play hard
· noisy
· talented talker
· native to west and central Africa
· intelligent
· demanding
· noisy
· talented talker
Each bird’s name is prominently displayed on a miniature license plate attached to their cages. The plates also list the rules for human visitors. The most obvious is “I bite!” A macaw bite can exert 1,200 pounds of pressure per square inch!
The birds are outside when the shop is open. They are moved inside the store at closing time.
Stop by and meet them all. Romeo may even greet you with a squawking “Hello”!
Operations
- Daily · 9 AM to 7 PM
- 5418 Marina Drive · Holmes Beach
- 941-778-2169
- website
Until next time…
· izzy
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