The Everglades are a bird-watcher's paradise. However, changes in the Everglades since the 1930s have drastically reduced some bird populations, particularly wading birds. As a result of these changes, a number of bird species are threatened. We did not photograph any endangered birds.
The anhinga (Picture 1) was prevalent throughout the Glades. They were hatching and young were beginning to test their wings. Their nests, however, were barely visible in clumps of brush.
The great blue heron (Picture 2) is quite common also. It seems to "pose" for pictures quite naturally.
The purple gallinule (Picture 3), while not endangered, is rarely seen.
The black vulture (Picture 4) was very common and seemed unfazed by human presence. The park rangers credit these birds with being the "clean up crew" and value their presence. The line "it's a dirty job but someone's got to do it" might explain their function in disposing of carrion.
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