The American Alligator (click on photo for larger view)

Normally your don't see much of the American Alligator during the winter months, but this year for some reason has been very different.

Tarpon Lake

A scenic view of Tarpon Lake taken from the tower inside Chestnut Park.

American Coot   

This photo of the American Coot was taken on Tarpon Lake which is located about 20 miles west of Tampa, Florida.

Northern Cardinal   

A photo of the Northern Cardinal.

The American Alligator 

A small American Alligator peeping through the brush..

The American Alligator

This photo of the American Alligator was taken along a small lake at Chestnut Park about 20 miles West of Tampa, Florida.

The Gulf of Mexico

This photo view is of the Gulf of Mexico taken from the tower located inside Wall Springs Park.  The park is located off Alternate 19 just North of Clearwater, Florida.

Tarpon Lake 

A scenic view of Tarpon Lake taken from the Northern trail inside Chestnut Park.

Anhinga

Close up shot of the Anhinga who is one of the noisiest birds around.  Because he does not have Wax ducks he must dry out after each swim.

Brown Pelican 

The Brown Pelican on take-off.