Several appointments and engagements have kept me from visiting the Bailey Tract and it was with great anticipation that I entered the trails this morning.
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| Right away I was reminded that it was full moon, beautiful sight. |
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| I spooked a Little Blue Heron and several Blue-winged Teal as I crossed the bridge to get a better view of the Common Gallinule. |
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| AKA Moorhen - there were two of them in this particular spot, others were seen later. |
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| The Little Blue Heron landed after his short flight. |
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| What a web this spider weaved! |
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| The Blue-Grey Gnatcatcher was heard before he was seen - they are such a lovely creature. |
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| Here is my precious surprise, a Swamp Sparrow. |
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| I sat still and hoped that he would as well so that I could capture its photo and study it further when I got home.... |
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| I was blessed and very grateful for those fleeting moments - how sweet! |
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| A Gray Catbird - notice the dark cap and the rufus vent. |
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| A Palm Warbler in the Goldenrod - a perfect compliment, don't you think? |
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| I love the Bailey Tract and especially this time of the year for the glow and rich color that the atmosphere provides. |
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| Even the Red Cardinal seem to have brighter and fresher plumage. |
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| Another Palm Warbler - this one is feasting on seeds. |
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| White Ibis - white as snow and striking with its pink bill and baby blue eyes. |
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| On my way out I spotted my 5th Marsh Rabbit....what a beautiful morning this was, I am blessed to be living so close to this trail. My E-Bird List |
Ohhhh..... I'm so glad everybody sat still and co-operated so you could get some beautiful shots.... and you surely did!!
ReplyDeleteAnother lovely walk. You have more signs of autumn (fall) than I realised in Florida. It's an amazing spider web.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great walk and wonderful find on it All the shots are fantastic as are the reflections on the water. Have a great weekend.
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