I was out at Largo Nature Preserve in mid-March just as the sun was up over the trees. It was a little chilly and you could see the reflection of the trees and sun over the mist on the small lake.
Yellow crowned night herons are common along the boardwalk and they nest in the trees on the lake. This one kept getting spooked by people walking by.
A green heron with beautiful pink legs was calling out to it’s mate.
After my lap on the boardwalk I walked out on the paved trail. As I came around the corner I saw 2 limpkins on the ground. At first I thought they were hurt or were they mating? They seemed to be fighting. Maybe it was a territorial dispute. They kept poking each other in the chest with their feet. It went on for a few minutes and then someone was walking towards them from the other side and they broke up.
They fought a few more times as they broke up and walked over to the water. Then one flew off down the canal. I guess the remaining one was the winner. They both looked uninjured.
A mirror image of a snowy egret getting a snack.
A soft shell turtle coming up for air.
Was it fall or spring in central Florida? The maple tree was turning red in March.
Hello Dina,
Awesome photos as always, they are a treat for the eyes.
I love view of the water and reflections.
Great captures of the Limpkins, the Night Herons, the Green Heron, Egret and the Turtle. The leaves do look like it’s fall. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.
Great photos! I love best the photo of the green heron. Gorgeous shot!