We went on our family vacation to Orange Beach, Alabama early in September. It was great because the crowds were gone and the weather was pleasant, but the water was still warm. It was perfect.
I spotted a squadron of pelicans skimming the waves in the Gulf of Mexico. I presume they were looking for something to eat.
We saw this lone wolf pelican at a nearby pass begging for food from the fishermen. We see these loners and I sense that most of them are juveniles and don’t quite know how to fend for themselves.
And near the pelican were some great blue herons. (At least I think that is what they are.)
I was on the balcony of our condo when I spotted this heron. I am thinking that he was looking for lizards.
We walked on the beach a lot. We saw lots of shorebirds standing and flying around.
On a bicycle ride in nearby Gulf State Park we saw this alligator. We have been here before and there is almost always an alligator or two here.
And at the swimming pool one evening we spotted this lizard. He would puff his throat up to a bright red color. He’s lucky a heron didn’t see him is what I think.
I am linking with Saturday’s Critters.
Sadly, I can’t ID your birds but I’m sure someone will. Sounds like a great vacation was had by you and your family.
Lindo caimán y los pelicanos siempre enamoran. Te mando un beso.
All superb captures!
Great pictures as usual. Lots of life there.
What a great vacay! The birds are amazing. I don’t know if our herons are still here. Lots of birds have gone.
Wonderful seashore shots ~ looks like a great vacation ~ !
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
That’s my kind of vacation, I love the photos and video.
Great vacation shots! Pelicans, herons, and even an alligator – it seems like you had quite the adventure in Orange Beach.
Beautiful photos
Hello,
You saw some great birds at the shore, I love Pelicans, the Great Blue Herons, the bird in flight is a Tern.
I hope the alligator was a safe distance away. I love the cute lizard too. Great photos. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great day and happy new week. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Eeeee….a gator! lol We have them here but they are kind of scary! Love the feet on that pelican! What fun you had.
Looks like a great vacation.