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Snail Kite  (1st year)
tetoneon

Snail Kite (1st year) (rostrhamus sociabilis)

Taken at Harns Marsh in Lehigh Acres, Fl. A man made water retention area, but created with wildlife and birds in mind.
Habitat
marsh
Location
East of Ft. Myers, Fl
Date taken
Feb. 2015
Scientific name
rostrhamus sociabilis
Equipment used
Canon 7d; 400mm f5.6
Lovely framing, and a great catch to see the bird hiding there. the bird blends in well with the background colors Teto
 
looks like that place is doing well.a super bird and capture teto.all the best margaret.
 
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Fantastic picture of this fabulous bird. Apparently they brought in apple snails as well. Good for them and good for the Snail Kite population. Excellent Teto!!!!
 

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