So much more than birds.........
Feb 12, 2020 10:08:16 #
I frequently talk about how much I enjoy Black Point Wildlife Drive but it is for more than the bird photography. There are many other creatures to see and enjoy-wild hogs, Bobcats, gators, wild flowers, butterflies and more. There are also unending scenic vistas to enjoy.
The first shot is of grasslands with a trio of Roseate Spoonbills flying in the distance. The second and third shots are earlier shots from a prettier day.
The first shot is of grasslands with a trio of Roseate Spoonbills flying in the distance. The second and third shots are earlier shots from a prettier day.
Roseate Spoonbills doing a fly by!
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Black Point wetlands on a different day.
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View of the Indian River from the Cruikshank Trail in Black Point.
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Castor Bean growing in the wetlands - D500/200-500.
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A different type of bird frequently seen in the area.
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Feb 12, 2020 10:13:25 #
Feb 12, 2020 10:21:54 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
I frequently talk about how much I enjoy Black Point Wildlife Drive but it is for more than the bird photography. There are many other creatures to see and enjoy-wild hogs, Bobcats, gators, wild flowers, butterflies and more. There are also unending scenic vistas to enjoy.
The first shot is of grasslands with a trio of Roseate Spoonbills flying in the distance. The second and third shots are earlier shots from a prettier day.
The first shot is of grasslands with a trio of Roseate Spoonbills flying in the distance. The second and third shots are earlier shots from a prettier day.
Beautiful images, Carol. I was there for a few days last year and did manage to take my lens off the birds for a while. The “log ‘gators” were extremely co-operative subjects - much more so than the blasted armadillos that for the most part just kept their snouts in the ground.
Feb 12, 2020 10:30:02 #
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Feb 12, 2020 11:29:12 #
These are beautiful shots Carol. Nice catch on the Spoonbills, and the sky and reflections in the next 2 are exceptional. The last shot of the rare painted Iroquis is like a flash from the past. I can almost hear the Whop Whop call as she comes in for a landing.
Feb 12, 2020 11:37:09 #
Feb 12, 2020 11:50:17 #
A very beautiful set, Carol and wish that I could visit at least once a month!
Feb 12, 2020 13:35:25 #
Feb 12, 2020 14:26:01 #
imagemeister wrote:
Carol, thanks for your NICE tour and sharing !
Thank you! I usually just post birds but that isn’t really the best part!
Feb 12, 2020 14:28:50 #
MadMikeOne wrote:
Beautiful images, Carol. I was there for a few days last year and did manage to take my lens off the birds for a while. The “log ‘gators” were extremely co-operative subjects - much more so than the blasted armadillos that for the most part just kept their snouts in the ground.
Thank you, Mike! There are definitely some big gators there. I haven’t actually seen Armadillo’s over there but I’m sure they’re there. I get them in my yard frequently which is not a good thing!
Feb 12, 2020 14:29:25 #
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Feb 12, 2020 14:31:16 #
SpyderJan wrote:
These are beautiful shots Carol. Nice catch on the Spoonbills, and the sky and reflections in the next 2 are exceptional. The last shot of the rare painted Iroquis is like a flash from the past. I can almost hear the Whop Whop call as she comes in for a landing.
Thank you, Jan. That last bird was just cruising along and I couldn’t resist!
Feb 12, 2020 14:32:38 #
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