Lake Apopka - a variety pack!
Apr 21, 2018 10:46:39 #
Apr 21, 2018 10:51:32 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
On a recent trip through the Lake Apopka Wildlife drive I tried a bit of everything - landscape, architecture, wildlife and a Florida mock-pano! Hope you enjoy this hodgepodge of photos!
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A lovely series Carol.
Apr 21, 2018 11:03:48 #
merrytexan wrote:
i love the shot of the immature little blue heron...never seen one before.
i enjoyed all the shots, carol! you had a fun and exciting outing!
i enjoyed all the shots, carol! you had a fun and exciting outing!
Thank you, Merry. If I've ever seen an immature little blue before, I wasn't aware of what it was. Someone else posted a picture of this one on the drive's Facebook page the same day I shot this. They were asking for and id. Once I knew what it was I found it in my field guide. It was a good day and nice to be out and about again!
Apr 21, 2018 11:05:01 #
angler wrote:
Excellent set Carol.
Thank you, Jim! I'm glad you like them,
Apr 21, 2018 11:07:05 #
jccash wrote:
Did you see the super large Alligator name Fat Albert? 14 or 15 feet. Usually stays to the left of the area where you can park and go for a walk.
There was a very large gator on the bank just before you cross the bridge at the pump house. Is that the one? It is really big and I have seen it there several times.
Apr 21, 2018 11:10:52 #
jccash wrote:
Have you ever been to the Orlando Wet Lands in Christmas?
I haven't been to the Wet Lands yet. I live up near Deland so it is an even longer drive than Apopka. We usually go to Merritt Island and sometimes to Apopka but I know I need to go to the Orlando Wet Lands one of these days. I follow them on Facebook and see a lot of nice shots.
Apr 21, 2018 11:12:35 #
kpmac wrote:
Excellent series, Carol. Nice variety and all nicely taken.
Thank you, Ken! It's always a treat to get out in the fresh air with the critters!
Apr 21, 2018 11:13:03 #
photophile wrote:
A lovely series Carol.
Thank you, Karen! I'm glad you enjoyed them.
Apr 21, 2018 16:29:55 #
Beautiful set and variety Carol, What a pretty setting for the Great Egret. The immature Blue Heron is lovely.
Apr 21, 2018 16:45:17 #
Sylvias wrote:
Beautiful set and variety Carol, What a pretty setting for the Great Egret. The immature Blue Heron is lovely.
Thank you, Sylvia. The Egret wandered around in the hyacinths for quite a while making it a very cooperative subject. Most of the birds are not overly shy on the drive. They are accustomed to having people nearby.
Apr 21, 2018 16:46:53 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
On a recent trip through the Lake Apopka Wildlife drive I tried a bit of everything - landscape, architecture, wildlife and a Florida mock-pano! Hope you enjoy this hodgepodge of photos!
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Great shots Carol. glad to see the drive has reopened, it's a great place
Apr 21, 2018 17:06:06 #
gregoryd45 wrote:
Great shots Carol. glad to see the drive has reopened, it's a great place
Thank you, Gregory! It was closed for several months after hurricane Irma but reopened better than ever. It is still only open Friday, Saturday and Sunday plus holidays.
Apr 21, 2018 17:46:32 #
Apr 21, 2018 18:12:33 #
DOOK wrote:
A real mixed bag, Carol, but every one a beauty.
Thank you, Earl! I thought the variety would be good since some don't like birds so much!
Apr 21, 2018 19:51:52 #
Wonderful captures, Carol and love the variety, right down to that giant gator.... he looks a lot meaner than the ones in Gatorland!!
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