i heart florida birds

Well, more black skies that is, if you live in this part of Florida. The Sunshine State has definitely not been living up to its name! Ther...

Since it had been nearly two weeks since my last visit, I decided to take a quick trip to the wetlands after work today to see how the Great...

Sandhill Crane Chick Melbourne, Fl I came across a family of 4 Sandhill Cranes this past week and enjoyed watching them work together a...

The Great Blue Heron chicks are approximately one month old. It is amazing to see how quickly they grow!  The chicks typically fledge around...

A little over a month ago I noticed two ears protuding from an Osprey's nest in a tall Pine tree. I knew instantly it was my favorite ra...

There are now at least four nests with chicks at the Viera Wetlands. I believe this chick is the oldest of the group. The chick is approx...

I was ecstatic to see some Great Blue Heron babies yesterday!!! I visited the wetlands on Sunday's very gloomy afternoon. Three nests ha...