Tag Archive | Birds

Limpkins Love the Mudflats on Lake Tsala Apopka

Limpkins Love the Mudflats on Lake Tsala Apopka.

Low Lake Levels are Good for the Birds?

Wood storks, herons and other wading birds benefit from receding lakes. Fish become locked in the small pools left behind when water levels decrease. Wading birds feast on the trapped fish. As a matter of fact, these birds raise their youngsters at this time when food is easily caught.  This is a natural cycle that […]

Bluebirds are of Least Concern?

When I lived on Long Island New York, it was a special treat to see a bluebird. Here in Florida, bluebirds are a common site and that is not surprising. These beautiful birds thrive in open grassy areas with scattered trees, just the type of habitat found on cattle ranches, horse farms, vineyards and other […]

A Threatened Species in Florida

Yes, Florida sandhill cranes are a threatened species in Florida. There is an estimated 4,000  – 5,000 cranes remaining in Florida. This is hard to believe when you live in my community. We see these large birds everyday as they stroll through the neighborhood. They think they own the place! If they are crossing the road when you […]