Sandhill Cranes at Play
Florida Wildlife
Florida Barred Owl
The Florida barred owl (Strix varia georgica) is a permanent, native resident subspecies of the common barred owl. Known for its expressive brown eyes and horizontal brown-and-white “bars” across its chest, it is best recognized by its loud, echoing hooting call that sounds exactly like, “Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you-all?”
Florida Armadillo
Florida armadillos are nine-banded armadillos (Dasypus novemcinctus), which are small, armored mammals that are common, non-native pests in Florida, often causing damage to lawns through digging. They are about the size of a cat, mostly active at night and possess a unique defensive, leaping behavior. They can carry diseases like leprosy.
Wild Horses in Florida? You Bet!
Do you want a good chance to view wild horses (and bison!)? Just visit Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Micanopy, just outside Gainesville! What a sight!
Deer at Black Bear
I arrived early at Black Bear Wilderness Area in Sanford and noticed these deer casually grazing right near the parking lot. What a treat!
Wandering Florida 