Tag Archive | Lake Tsala Apopka
The Sensitive “Weed”
Dozens of pinkish purple starbursts dot the lawn behind the community clubhouse. To many these are weeds to be mowed when the contractor cares for the community’s common grounds. But if you stop to smell the flowers and examine the plant closely, you will discover a remarkable wildflower with a fascinating natural history. It is […]
My Adrenaline Rush
Adrenalin rushed through my body as I stepped out my back door and heard a sound I hoped I would never hear in my yard. It was a menacing rattle that warned me to stay away! I immediately froze, looked down and smiled. I first thought I nearly stepped on a rattlesnake at the back […]
Florida’s Largest Snail in Lake Tsala Apopka
On a recent walk along the lake, Anne pointed out white egg masses “glued” to the stalks and leaves of semi-aquatic plants growing at the edge of the water. “Snail eggs,” I replied. I took a few photographs and examined them at home. They were the egg cases of Florida’s largest fresh water snail – […]
Largest North American Heron Here at Arbor Lakes
Taller than our 2 year old granddaughter and almost as tall as our 4 year old grandson, Anne and I frequently see this connoisseur of shrimp, fish, lizards, frogs and even small mammals along the edge of Lake Tsala Apopka. Don’t be fooled by the great blue heron’s statuesque appearance. It is capable of striking […]
Weekly Photo Challenge: Threes
During our morning walk along Lake Tsala Apopka Anne pointed out a stirring in the water. At first we thought it was an alligator, but it suddenly lifted its head briefly out of the lake and we could see it was an otter. Then as quickly as it emerged, the otter disappeared into the water.
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