Adam, thanks for this piece. It put a smile on my face. Did not know the past history. My husband grew up in Florida and I’ll be he knows nothing of the back story. There’s always something positive to look for in the midst of chaos. I think this is how God gives us hope.
Whoohoo! More good news, every day all. the time. And if you're writing your own copy, you should have been a journalist. If not, let us know who does, inspired by your ideas I'm sure...but. the writing is terrific. Thanks
Yes,it's trumps sunny disposition that's attracted the flamingos to Florida! Fox News will probably do a special on it with dear leader taking all the credit and air out of the room.
Lets not forget that it was Republican President Theodore Roosevelt who created the first National Wildlife refuge at Pelican Island. Back when Republican's would stand up for what is right and not just for what was profitable.
“The credit belongs to the (fighter) who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again…”
That’s us. We’ve said all the Saids - let’s do what HAS to be done.
Those that "set up shop" inside the Everglades National Park will likely do just fine, it's historically a natural habitat for them and as such they are protected by Federal Law. Even the 65 species of mosquitoes that live there are protected by Federal Law - the NPS doesn't allow spraying for mosquitoes anywhere in the park. All indigenous species are protected. The greatest threat to the Flamingos in Everglades National Park will be the Burmese Python, an invasive species that NPS is trying to eradicate from the park. It is believed that a pregnant python was someone's pet thet they released into the park when they no longer wanted it. These pythons have been multiplying and are an increasing danger to the indigenous wildlife there.
How Wolves Saved Beavers in Yellowstone. Elk were eating young willow, aspen, and cottonwood (beaver food), but when wolves were reintroduced to yellowstone, Elk could not spend time eating beaver food or they would become wolf food. In 20 years, Beaver colony numbers went from 1 to 19.
Agreed with other posters. I had NO IDEA. Unfortunately, I’ll never get to see them. I’m boycotting the entire state until desantis, gaetz, and trump are all LONG gone.
Pretty unexpected yet welcome piece here. I don’t like to dwell on labels, but the Republicans I know generally think of wildlife conservation as a joke. And they would certainly never put the blame for anything on “business”.
I LOVE IT! I spent 5 winters (November through May) working for the cocessionaire to the National Park Service in the Everglades National Park. I was stationed at (of all places) Flamingo FL. The first season that I worked there I saw a long-legged pink bird and said "Look, a flamingo!" A Park Ranger quickly corrected me and said "No, that's a Roseate Spoonbill" and explained that there were no flamingos in Florida any more. I never made that mistake again. The Roseate Spoonbill looks very similar to a Flamingo but has a straight bill that broadens out to look like a spoon at the end. The Flamingo, on the other hand, has a bill that is shorter and has a 45° angle bend downward at its midpoint. Still, a Roseate Spoonbill is a beautifully large pink bird to see, just like the Flamingo. Thanks Adam, it's a refreshing break to talk about something other than politics and the attack on democracy! And don't even get me started on my encounters with the American Crocodile or the alligators that are everywhere in the Everglades National Park 😜!
This spring I tore up about 1/5 of my front and planted pollinators that are native to my state for bees and butterflies. It’s a small start, a 73 year old can only do so much at a time. Next year I’ll continue to enlarge it and plant more, continuing that each year as long as this old body holds out.
That’s great to hear Joan. I planted a pollinator garden last year. Things have come back nicely this spring. Can’t wait until the blooms appear. Fun the watch the honey bees and the bumblebees.
Adam, thanks for this piece. It put a smile on my face. Did not know the past history. My husband grew up in Florida and I’ll be he knows nothing of the back story. There’s always something positive to look for in the midst of chaos. I think this is how God gives us hope.
Hope in the form of a beautiful bird.🦩
Whoohoo! More good news, every day all. the time. And if you're writing your own copy, you should have been a journalist. If not, let us know who does, inspired by your ideas I'm sure...but. the writing is terrific. Thanks
Adam os getting better and better at his writing
I've been to Florida many times and now that you mention it, I've only seen these beautiful live 🦩birds at Walt Disney World!!
I can't wait because I KNOW trump will take credit for them flocking to Florida in numbers never seen before because he moved there😀!!
Thanks for this uplifting piece, Adam! It tickled me pink!!
Yes,it's trumps sunny disposition that's attracted the flamingos to Florida! Fox News will probably do a special on it with dear leader taking all the credit and air out of the room.
Love it😂!
What a lovely avian (and pink!) interlude in the midst of madness. Thanks Adam for sharing this.
Lets not forget that it was Republican President Theodore Roosevelt who created the first National Wildlife refuge at Pelican Island. Back when Republican's would stand up for what is right and not just for what was profitable.
Yeah. Read TR’s The Man in the Arena:
“The credit belongs to the (fighter) who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again…”
That’s us. We’ve said all the Saids - let’s do what HAS to be done.
That’s great news Adam!I hope nothing terrible happens to them!
Those that "set up shop" inside the Everglades National Park will likely do just fine, it's historically a natural habitat for them and as such they are protected by Federal Law. Even the 65 species of mosquitoes that live there are protected by Federal Law - the NPS doesn't allow spraying for mosquitoes anywhere in the park. All indigenous species are protected. The greatest threat to the Flamingos in Everglades National Park will be the Burmese Python, an invasive species that NPS is trying to eradicate from the park. It is believed that a pregnant python was someone's pet thet they released into the park when they no longer wanted it. These pythons have been multiplying and are an increasing danger to the indigenous wildlife there.
Beautiful birds and nice to see some good news coming out of Florida.
I love this post!!! Thank you!!!
How Wolves Saved Beavers in Yellowstone. Elk were eating young willow, aspen, and cottonwood (beaver food), but when wolves were reintroduced to yellowstone, Elk could not spend time eating beaver food or they would become wolf food. In 20 years, Beaver colony numbers went from 1 to 19.
Agreed with other posters. I had NO IDEA. Unfortunately, I’ll never get to see them. I’m boycotting the entire state until desantis, gaetz, and trump are all LONG gone.
AMEN!
Pretty unexpected yet welcome piece here. I don’t like to dwell on labels, but the Republicans I know generally think of wildlife conservation as a joke. And they would certainly never put the blame for anything on “business”.
I LOVE IT! I spent 5 winters (November through May) working for the cocessionaire to the National Park Service in the Everglades National Park. I was stationed at (of all places) Flamingo FL. The first season that I worked there I saw a long-legged pink bird and said "Look, a flamingo!" A Park Ranger quickly corrected me and said "No, that's a Roseate Spoonbill" and explained that there were no flamingos in Florida any more. I never made that mistake again. The Roseate Spoonbill looks very similar to a Flamingo but has a straight bill that broadens out to look like a spoon at the end. The Flamingo, on the other hand, has a bill that is shorter and has a 45° angle bend downward at its midpoint. Still, a Roseate Spoonbill is a beautifully large pink bird to see, just like the Flamingo. Thanks Adam, it's a refreshing break to talk about something other than politics and the attack on democracy! And don't even get me started on my encounters with the American Crocodile or the alligators that are everywhere in the Everglades National Park 😜!
Bees are also making a comeback according to reports.
This spring I tore up about 1/5 of my front and planted pollinators that are native to my state for bees and butterflies. It’s a small start, a 73 year old can only do so much at a time. Next year I’ll continue to enlarge it and plant more, continuing that each year as long as this old body holds out.
That’s great to hear Joan. I planted a pollinator garden last year. Things have come back nicely this spring. Can’t wait until the blooms appear. Fun the watch the honey bees and the bumblebees.
Nice David. It’s hard work but satisfying. I wish more people would consider it for their yards. Less yard to mow but more food for our bees.
We think alike.
My front yard.
We'll pray 🙏 you're both around for decades!!🐝🐝🐝
Yay! Now we’re talking.
I used to see hundred's of Flamingo's in Dubai's 'Creek' area once a year when I lived there. It was an amazing sight to see.