Drone Zone: Monkey Island on the Homosassa River

Ralph, Emily and Ebony. They are the energetic primates living on Florida's own version of Alcatraz, Monkey Island. They love to swing by their tails, enjoy the scenic views of Homosassa River and eat. Their favorite meal? Sweet potato.

Back in the 1960s, a Citrus County developer tried to fix two problems and ended up creating Florida's own Alcatraz. Monkey Island remains a fixture for the state's Nature Coast, beloved by locals and an attraction for visitors.

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