The water was calm on my walk at the Safety Harbor waterfront in early July.
A night heron was sitting on the branch in front of the boardwalk.
This was the first time I’ve seen a kildeer here. There were two of them running around the grassy field. I could hear there distinct call across the field.
It was hot this morning and there wasn’t any breeze.
I left the waterfront and stopped at nearby Philippe Park to walk along the sea wall there.
Hiking up the Indian temple mound from the back stairs. It’s the largest remaining mound built by the Tocobaga Indians. You can read more on the history here.
The view from the top.
I tried not to disturb this couple making hanky panky as I walked back down.
I was getting back in my car and saw this pileated woodpecker fly into a hole in a tree in the parking area. I zoomed in with my phone and was able to catch him banging away. He didn’t seem shy at all.
Beautiful photos, Dina! My favorite is the heron sitting in the tree. It is fall in our hemisphere and it has been unusually warm in my part of Colorado. We usually have snow this time of year but we have been breaking heat records.
Just gorgeous but the second one is truly beautiful! #WordlessWednesday
I love your photos. Such a great place. The mounds really fascinate me. I read a natural history of Florida a few years ago and it was fascinating.
Such beautiful and peaceful photos!
Great streaks.
A hot day, but glad you were out and about capturing these beautiful photos!
Those skies were awesome that you posted this week!
Lovely.
Amazing skies views, Loved the post.
Lovely photos. The water is so calm.
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What a dramatic sight, great photo!
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