When I visited Orlando Wetlands a couple of months ago, the Sandhill Crane parents were busy sitting on a nest. And now look at how big their adorable colts are getting!! The little ones are amazingly mobile not long after hatching. “Their down dries 2 to 3 hours after hatching, by which time their eyes […]
After a 3-4 week incubation period, the Great Egret eggs hatch – they look a lot like Muppets at the age of one week! 😅 Protective mom (or dad) stands nearby to keep watch and care for the hatchlings. “Both parents feed young, by regurgitation (see youngster chowing down in the photo below). … … […]
We definitely had chillier weather here in Southeast Florida during February! It was actually under 50° F on one of my morning walks! 🥶 😅 Everyone was bundled up, including this Tri-colored Heron, snug in his winter overcoat!
. . . These two lovebirds had already found each other, and settled into the perfect home for the season.🌴💚 Watching over the neighborhood.
Birder's Journey 