Slow day at Ding

We finally had a nice warm and sunny day, but the wildlife must have been hiding during low tide today.

This little Yellow Crowned Night Heron was doing his best to hide, but we caught sight of him among the branches.

A Great Blue Heron flew by at a distance.  It doesn't matter how far away they are, their huge wing span will catch your attention.

I'm not sure what type of ducks these are, but I hope that someone who does know will tell me!

This pretty little squirrel was checking out the empty bird house in our back yard.

Cool, windy, but sunny day at Ding!

Taking photos midday is difficult due to the harsh lighting.  Today was no exception, but when there is a really low tide at Ding, we head over anyway!  I had to delete most of the photos, but here are a few to share.

This big gator had quite a crowd watching him sleep.  Sometimes, you just need to find a warm place in the sun and sink your feet in the mud, ya know?

I always love to come across a Roseate Spoonbill

I think this is the down of a thistle?!!  The bee liked whatever it is!

My hawk buddy was back in the tree across the street from our house!!

Start out the new year with birds!

With the full moon comes some nice low tides.  I love it when the low tides fall during daylight hours!

This gull and ibis were having a bit of a dust up.  I had to zoom in to see what was causing it!

I'm not sure exactly what it is, but it must have been worth the fight!

This tri-colored heron had found a quiet spot all to himself to fish!

The Anhinga is always eye-catching!

I know it was here somewhere!  We gotta find it!!!

I'm not an expert on gators, but this guy looked like he'd just had a nice big lunch.  His belly was really wide for his size.