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Sunday, October 13, 2024

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Red-shouldered hawk keeping watch over the Village of Charlotte

As this striking red-shouldered hawk keeps a watchful eye on its surroundings, it remains completely still, not needing to move a muscle or extend its wings. Its head pivots effortlessly, allowing it to survey a full 360-degree view while gracefully perched on top of a tree in the Village of Charlotte. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Bald eagles enjoying each other’s company in the Village of Marsh Bend

These two bald eagles were seen enjoying each other's company yesterday evening in the Village of Marsh Bend. Thanks to Sam Boatman for sharing!

White ibis perched in tree in The Villages

This white ibis was content having some alone time in a tree while the others clustered together on the ground. Thanks to Konni Yingst for sharing!

Dawn at Lake Sumter Landing

Check out this amazing shot of dawn breaking over Lake Sumter Landing in the early morning. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!

Alligator blending into environment in The Villages

This alligator in The Villages blended in well with its environment, making it important to be aware that they may be present even if not easily seen. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

White ibis in the Village of Pine Ridge

Check out this white ibis spotted in the Village of Pine Ridge. Thanks to Carol Aslan for sharing!

Bald eagles enjoying each other’s company in the Village of Marsh Bend

These two bald eagles were seen enjoying each other's company yesterday evening in the Village of Marsh Bend. Thanks to Sam Boatman for sharing!

White ibis perched in tree in The Villages

This white ibis was content having some alone time in a tree while the others clustered together on the ground. Thanks to Konni Yingst for sharing!

Dawn at Lake Sumter Landing

Check out this amazing shot of dawn breaking over Lake Sumter Landing in the early morning. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!

Alligator blending into environment in The Villages

This alligator in The Villages blended in well with its environment, making it important to be aware that they may be present even if not easily seen. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

White ibis in the Village of Pine Ridge

Check out this white ibis spotted in the Village of Pine Ridge. Thanks to Carol Aslan for sharing!

Alligator bellowing from pond in The Villages

This sizeable alligator bellowed for much of the morning, causing the pond to vibrate and shimmer in the sun in the Villages. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Dawn over Lake Sumter in the early morning

Check out this beautiful shot of dawn breaking over Lake Sumter in the early morning. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!

Great blue heron and great egret enjoying each other’s company at Briarwood Executive Golf Course

This amazing pair, one a great blue heron and the other a great egret, appeared to enjoy each other's company, foraging and chatting it up at a pond at Briarwood Executive Golf Course. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Great horned owls on top of lighthouse at Lake Sumter

Check out this pair of great horned owls spotted on top of the lighthouse at Lake Sumter. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!

Alligator snapping turtle in the Village of DeLuna

This prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle was seen yesterday in the Village of DeLuna. Thanks to Sam Boatman for sharing!

Northern cardinal riding out storm in the Village of Bonnybrook

This northern cardinal appeared very patient while waiting for the storm to subside so that it could get on with its day in the Village of Bonnybrook. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Roseate spoonbill on full display at Hogeye Pathway

This colorful roseate spoonbill was on full display at Hogeye Pathway in The Villages. Thanks to Sam Boatman for sharing!

Swallowtail butterfly resting on flower in the Village of DeLuna

Even on a very busy day, looking at a swallowtail butterfly sip nectar from beautiful flowers can put everything in perspective in the Village of DeLuna. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Dawn breaking over Lake Sumter and the lighthouse

Check out this awesome shot of dawn breaking over Lake Sumter and the lighthouse. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!

Roseate skimmer resting on plant in the Village of DeLuna

This lovely roseate skimmer glistened in the afternoon sunlight while resting on a plant in the Village of DeLuna. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Alligator leaving pond in the Village of St. Catherine

This alligator was spotted leaving a pond in the Village of St. Catherine. Thanks to Terry Mills for sharing!

Great egret with breakfast in the Village of Chitty Chatty

This good-looking great egret was gazing intently at a specific spot for quite some time at a pond near the Village of Chitty Chatty. Suddenly, it pounced and emerged with breakfast, demonstrating that patience paid off, as good things come to those who wait. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Brownwood Bridge in The Villages at dawn

Check out this amazing sunrise shot of the Brownwood Bridge for golf carts in The Villages. Thanks to Ronnie Clark for sharing!