I hit the jackpot last night when Jean and I went over to see the sunset behind Holiday Inn and I luckily had my camera with. As we were heading to the water I noticed a splash of pink to the left and lo and behold there was a flock of Roseate Spoonbills. I've been trying get a decent picture of these birds since November but they are pretty elusive and even when I do spot them there is rarely enough light to capture a decent shot. Last night was different; just enough light and a place where I could get close enough to them. So enjoy these rare shots.

More dancing

I happened upon snowy egrets one afternoon and watched them cavort around for probably 15 minutes before I got tired of their antics. No telling how long they went at it or why they were doing what they were doing. Perhaps it was a mating thing or a little territorial dispute. All I know is that I'm never bored when I'm out watching the birds. It's always something different.

I was walking in the lagoon area on the south end of the island when this Reddish Egret landed in the mud flat practically right next to me and started fishing. According to my bird book the little fishes like the shade provided by this fellow's wings and he then makes them pay the price for their bit of respite. Anyway it was a riot to see him hopping around in chase.