birds
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Sept 4 – BOTD – American Avocet
The American Avocet is a large wading bird measuring 16-20 inches with a 27-30 inch wingspan. As observed in this photo, they spend a great deal of time foraging in mud flats and shallow water for crustaceans and insects. Their… Continue reading
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Sept 3 – BOTD – Snowy Egret
Here is my entry for Granny Shot It’s Bird of the Day (BOTD) challenge. The Snowy Egret is a smaller white egret compared to the Great Egret. It is distinct by its black legs & bright yellow feet. This egret moves… Continue reading
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WWE – Sept. 3
Here is my entry for Granny Shot It’s Water Water Everywhere (WWE) challenge. Lush Green Waterwhat lurks in the marsha gator, heron or snakehome, it is to all. Continue reading
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August 31 – BOTD – Domestic Goose
Don’t they look cute? Continue reading
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August 30 – BOTD – Limpkin
The Limpkin is a perfect example of why the Endangered Species Act needs to stay strong. Continue reading
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August 29 – BOTD – Brown Pelican
Here is my entry for Granny Shot It’s Bird of the Day (BOTD) challenge. My favorite bird! The Brown Pelican captivates us on a regular basis with it’s elegance and free-flowing manner. It’s magical to see these flocks coming from a… Continue reading
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August 28 – BOTD – Green Heron
Here is my entry for Granny Shot It’s Bird of the Day (BOTD) challenge. The Green Heron is a small heron compared to other birds in this family. It is close to the size of an American Crow. They can be… Continue reading
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August 26 – BOTD – Black-bellied Whistling Ducks
Here is my entry for Granny Shot It’s Bird of the Day (BOTD) challenge. We usually see the Black-bellied Whistling Ducks in the winter months in North Florida, however they are listed as a year-round bird. I was just down in… Continue reading
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August 25 – BOTD – American Robin
Here is my entry for Granny Shot It’s Bird of the Day (BOTD) challenge. We get the American Robins in spring during migration in North Florida. They come in large flocks, generally with the Cedar Waxwings & eat every berry we… Continue reading
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