I haven't shared photos of the neighborhood pond in awhile.
Mottled Duck (I think)
As a matter of fact, I don't go over there as often when we hike so much. But I'm sure I'll walk over at sunset more this summer.
This particular day, I had been to the restaurant to pick up 'take out' and the back of the restaurant is all glass looking out over the golf course and pond. And I saw something amazing! But I didn't have my camera with me. It was a flock of White Pelicans. So that's why I went back over there in the evening to see if they were still there. Keep in mind that we live less than 30 miles from the Gulf of Mexico but it's still unusual to see Pelicans at the pond. And yes, we live close enough to walk to this restaurant. (I had a fish sandwich and hubby had a Reuben. We live on a golf course and there are some very nice amenities that come with that.)
So even though I didn't get pics of the Pelicans, I enjoyed the walk over there (and even talked with some neighbors that were walking in the cool of the evening).
And it was nice to stand under the shade trees, looking out over the pond and watching the ducks.
Looks like a few young ones still with Mama.
And some others together as a family.
The sun was low and casting a nice glow on these.
The pond, a Grackle and a Red-winged Blackbird
When we woke up this morning, a flock of White Ibis walked through the back yard.
Ready for another round of golf!
We love living in Florida. It's not for everyone, but we love it year round!