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)
Faemike55
Very cool photo and dedication to Marilyn
eekdog
killer colors dana, well done on the capture.. 8+
MrsRatbag
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!!
sharky_
Wonderful shot... Aloha
mgtcs
Splendid capture dear Dana, marvelous details and colors, beautiful Flamingo, amazing eyes, masterful capture!
0rest4wicked
Great potrait image for Marilyn!
jocko500
wow I like them too but never see any around here or anywhere else
beachzz
You are SO right; I just love these crazy, colorful birds-- Thanks for thinking of me!
blinkings
A beautiful bird and photo mate.
netot
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.
durleybeachbum
A superb portrait of this haughty person!
jayfar
This is a brilliant shot of this beauty Dana, zoom is a must.
Jean_C
Wonderful portrait of this superb flamingo, excellent capture, Dana!
Leije
Superb portrait of this beautiful flamingo !
rainbows
Wonderful capture and dedication, dear Dana. He must be quite tame. Hugs for all day. Di. xx
Katraz
Lovely shot Dana .
m_j_s
Lovely portrait Dana!
dakotabluemoon
This bird is so pretty and incredible shot here hon love it.
MOOOW
Excellent shot so beautiful bird with lovely colors!!!
emmecielle
Great shot!:)
photosynthesis
A fantastic closeup view, especially in zoom...
jendellas
Fabulous closeup of this besutiful birds head, amazing colour!! xx
West_coaster07
Wonderful capture Dana!
sandra46
OUTSTANDING SHOT! GREAT IMAGE!
ia-du-lin
beautiful bird portrait, great colors and details
aksirp
wow, this is great, wonderful flamingo portrait, very clear! background is perfect !
midnightmum
This is a great close up, well done.
kbrog
Excellent close up capture Dana! :)
MagikUnicorn
B E A U T Y
Isabelle711
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 :))))