I was very safe taking these shots from the boardwalk at Gatorland. These were all taken during the early morning hours at the bird rookery. It’s hard not to take pictures when they are moving around right below you. Mating season was in full swing so they were being very loud.

This great blue heron was hanging out in the exhibit. I’m sure he knew he could make a fast getaway if needed.

The younger alligators in the ponds at the front of the park all seemed to be smiling this morning. I think they had just been fed.

Views from the observation tower. The birds nest in the bushes all along the boardwalk. There were quite a few other photographers there that morning as well.