Orlando Wetlands has been full of Roseate Spoonbills this spring, but time is running out on how much longer the pink birds will be around.
Tag: Roseate Spoonbills

Can’t get enough of Roseate Spoonbills
Whether they are just standing still or flying across the landscape, these birds are so photogenic.

Oh, baby! Little Roseate Spoonbills at Orlando Wetlands
A lot of folks are tickled pink over the arrival some “teaspoons” – an affection nickname for baby Roseate Spoonbills

Indigo Buntings are highlight of Orlando Wetlands visit
I went to Orlando Wetlands hoping to get a chance to photograph some baby Barred Owls. I ended up with photos of a colorful new-to-me bird: Indigo Buntings.

Roseate Spoonbills – Having fun photographing these birds
Taking pictures of Roseate Spoonbills in different lighting – at sunrise or sunset – really shows the differences in their colors.

Sunset magic at Orlando Wetlands
During my evening trip, I was able to photograph a number of birds that had golden hues, thanks to the setting sun.

Enjoying late winter, early spring at Orlando Wetlands
I haven’t been able to go as often as I did last year, but each trip usually includes some special moment involving birds or other creatures who live there.

Roseates are back, making Orlando Wetlands more colorful
Last year, there were Roseates everywhere at the Wetlands in January and February – but I had not seen nearly as many this year.

Birding doubleheader: OW, MINWR trips prove winners
I decided to make the most of what has been rare January sunshine and hit up both Orlando Wetlands and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Sort of a birding doubleheader. But I hit the Daily Double for these trips.

Trying to do some birding in the new year
Between clouds and rain showers, I was able to visit my three go-to spots for birding – Orlando Wetlands, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive – in the first two weeks of January.