I can’t believe I saw this family way out in the marsh off Alligator Alley trail.
Mom was feeding the baby something. The baby couldn’t have been more than a day old. I think there was another egg on the nest. I could see the mom turning the egg. I have since heard the 2nd one was born and the family of four is doing well.
These are all extremely cropped since they were so far out. It’s amazing how they survive with all of those alligators in the marsh. The parents must do a good job of keeping them away from the nest. As soon as the 2nd baby is born, the family is on the move. Usually heading up on the trails.
This is the first baby born this spring at the reserve. I was leaving the reserve and saw them across the street wandering in someone’s yard.
I think he sees me.
“What are these big things for?” he says, looking at his feet.
I guess his break was over. Time to get up and look for bugs.
Still checking out those big feet.
Looks like mom has a bug.
Still keeping an eye on his feet. They looked okay and he was walking on them. Maybe he is just curious as they get bigger.
It’s always a good visit at Circle B Bar Reserve when you see 2 sandhill crane families. Even though things are getting quiet at the reserve, there are still lots of babies being born.
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what great shots! they are all adorable. the babes are so cute — trying to do what “mom” is doing. fun post.
So cute. I was laughing at the concern that chick seems to have about his large feet!
Love the cranes and the cute chicks! Awesome sighting and photos.
I enjoyed these photos. 🙂
I’ve never seen anything like this, brilliant photoes of this very spescial type of bird.
What a great find! Adorable babies.
Those are great photos and I always love your commentary.
Hr’s really interested in his feet!! Boom & gary.
HI Dina Magnificent shots and wonderful find. The babies are so cute
Incredible shots, wonderful to have nesting cranes.
Great Shots!
You obtained some great poses and the photos are very sharp despite the distance!
Those little guys are soooo cute!
I’ve never seen Sandhill Crane chicks. Beautiful little fellows. By the time they get to Arizona, they are all big and grown:) Wonderful photos!
Awwwww. Why can’t I be in two places at once.