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It’s migration season? Just ask Barn Swallows

Roger Simmons, July 25, 2026July 24, 2026

These birds are long-distance migrants making a stop at Lake Apopka as they get ready to head to Central and South America for winter.

Roger Simmons, July 24, 2026July 23, 2026

With its bright colors, it was easy to spot, but it only hung around for a perhaps minute before flying away.

Roger Simmons, July 22, 2026July 22, 2026

I’ve seen them at Orlando Wetlands, I’ve seen them at Merritt Island, but I’ve seen the most at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive.

Roger Simmons, July 12, 2026July 12, 2026

The lighting was much better this time than it was in my first visit with the kites at Lake Apopka last week.

Roger Simmons, July 11, 2026July 10, 2026

Among the locations I visited in June for these photos were Osceola County, Merritt Island, Lake Apopka, UCF and the Orlando Wetlands.

Roger Simmons, July 10, 2026July 10, 2026

Audubon notes that they used to be more common across the Southeastern U.S., and their range used to extend as far north as Minnesota.

Roger Simmons, July 9, 2026July 9, 2026

Fort DeSoto is an absolute wonderful place to go birding, especially if you’re hoping to photograph birds around the shoreline.

Roger Simmons, July 7, 2026July 7, 2026

It’s not unheard of for them to be in Central Florida, but they are typically seen more often in the northern part of the state.

Roger Simmons, July 6, 2026July 6, 2026

At the start of the long Independence Day weekend, I decided to check in on the American Flamingos at Merritt Island.

Roger Simmons, June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

There were two adults and also two juveniles, who were notable for their blue and pink beaks and light brown feathers.