I've been meaning to check on this new trail off the main beaten path of Periwinkle Way - well, today was the day....come and see....
The entrance is toward the back of the playground, before you proceed check the map out.
The Frannie's preserve extension is outlined here - for today I chose the blue trail surrounding the water ponds.
Most of the paths are pretty much easy to follow, however the trails are not marked.
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| One of the first ponds. |
First sign of wildlife - a White Ibis.
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| Several Blue-gray Gnatcatchers and Palm Warblers were heard and seen. |
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| This trail was a bit muddy and after a bit the trail was hard to spot - will have to return at a later time. |
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| Another pond and another trail. |
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| This trail was a flitter of Zebra Longwings....making it somewhat magical. |
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| A few more White Ibis and.... |
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| a River Otter with its fish. |
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| A Kingfisher was quite busy and vocal around this pond. |
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| Not too far, a Red-shouldered Hawk with its keen eye. |
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| The trails circle around the pond, a different view of those White Ibis. |
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| I have a feeling that this location could become a hot spot - it is a natural habitat, away from the noises and hustles, plenty of water and insects. I will return and report again in the near future.....after all....I still have the Frannie's Extension trail to venture unto. |
I think otters are cute in their ow at. I chuckled when I saw the Kingfish. Another good day.
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