My friend Lee and I decided to take a canoe and explore the Florida Everglades-the largest remaining subtropical wilderness in the United States. It is the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist. While paddling through the Everglades, we saw a massive alligator sunning itself. It was the biggest alligator I have ever seen outside of a zoo. Unfortunately, it slipped into the water before we could get too close. The birds were also plentiful with several species making their presence known throughout our excursion. We saw a flock of roseate spoonbills, wood storks, great blue heron diving in the water for fish and a variety of egrets. Partial Photo Credits:Lee Lattier
