- Chasing The Silver River: River Patrol -

Our lives would be so much easier if everyone would READ, UNDERSTAND, and COMPLY with these simple rules. In fairness it must be said that MOST people do. They are there for good reasons: safety and protection of both people and wildlife. Ignoring them creates DANGEROUS animals, (monkeys, alligators) which must then be dealt with: Wakes undermine the roots of ancient cypresses which then fall across the river.

Small gator tackles a big fish. He finally managed to swallow it.

Swallow tail kite.

This limkin is one of a pair, building a nest across from the boardwalk where the Swamp Trail ends at the river.

Why is this snapping turtle in a tree? I have a possible answer and would like confirmation from an expert.

Look closely. The infestation of leaches on his neck is drying out in the sun and will probably die, if he stays out for a while. Does he know this? Is it instinctive? Or are snapping turtles much smarter than we ever thought?