flamingo for Marilyn (BeachZZ) by danapommet
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This is a repost with a little tweaking of the background. We were down at the Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary rescue center called Flamingo Gardens. This flamingo just walked right up to me. I guess that he was near sighted and I took this photo. We all know that Marilyn loves flamingos. Photo taken with my old Minolta in February 2009. This is a wonderful zoom.
This info is from Flamingo Gardens web site: Established in 1927, Flamingo Gardens is one of the oldest botanical gardens in South Florida. The 60 acre not for profit botanical garden contains over 3000 tropical and sub tropical species of plants and trees and its Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the largest collection of Florida native wildlife in the state. With some of the last natural jungle growth in South Florida, the Wray Botanical Collection at Flamingo Gardens is home to 21 of the largest trees of their species, including the largest tree in Florida, and a unique hammock of 200 year old Live Oak trees. The Historic Wray Home has been restored and is now a museum which provides a glimpse of life in the 1930s. The Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary gives residence to permanently injured and non releasable wildlife and is home to 83 species of Florida native birds and animals including alligators, panthers, bobcats, otters, eagles, peacocks, and of course free roaming flamingos. The half acre Free-flight Aviary boasts over 250 birds representing 45 species. In the last 20 years birds in the Aviary have produced over 2000 offspring which have been released into the wild.
Thanks for stopping by, taking a look and for all your previous favs and comments. They are very much appreciated.
Dana
Comments (35)
Very cool photo and dedication to Marilyn
killer colors dana, well done on the capture.. 8+
What a beautiful bird! I would so love to have one of these guys walk up to me; no chance of that here, they're behind walls and moats at the zoos. Marvelous capture!!
Wonderful shot... Aloha
Splendid capture dear Dana, marvelous details and colors, beautiful Flamingo, amazing eyes, masterful capture!
Great potrait image for Marilyn!
wow I like them too but never see any around here or anywhere else
You are SO right; I just love these crazy, colorful birds-- Thanks for thinking of me!
A beautiful bird and photo mate.
Beautiful bird! I sympathize with him because I was also nearsighted without glasses for a long time ;) Is wonderful that someone works caring and preserving these beauties.
A superb portrait of this haughty person!
This is a brilliant shot of this beauty Dana, zoom is a must.
Wonderful portrait of this superb flamingo, excellent capture, Dana!
Superb portrait of this beautiful flamingo !
Wonderful capture and dedication, dear Dana. He must be quite tame. Hugs for all day. Di. xx
Lovely shot Dana .
Lovely portrait Dana!
This bird is so pretty and incredible shot here hon love it.
Excellent shot so beautiful bird with lovely colors!!!
Great shot!:)
A fantastic closeup view, especially in zoom...
Fabulous closeup of this besutiful birds head, amazing colour!! xx
Wonderful capture Dana!
OUTSTANDING SHOT! GREAT IMAGE!
beautiful bird portrait, great colors and details
wow, this is great, wonderful flamingo portrait, very clear! background is perfect !
This is a great close up, well done.
Excellent close up capture Dana! :)
B E A U T Y
I think Flamingos are so beautiful. :))))) Look at that gorgeous eye. :))))) Are those teeth along its beak? If it is they have alot of teeth. :)))) Most excellent capture my friend. :)))) Thank you for sharing all of the beauty you see. :))) Carry A Smile In Your Heart :))))