Natural Navigators

January has been good to us here in Coastal Georgia and South Carolina. The mild temperatures have the wildlife out of their shelters.

Our Canadian geese visitors are having such a fine time that they don’t realize the traffic backup they have created.

Four Canadian geese crossing a road in Coastal Georgia, with traffic and road signs visible.
Geese crossing the road

The coastal shore birds find their way flying solo or swimming together.

A serene lake scene featuring multiple waterfowl, including Canadian geese and egrets, with a playground and pine trees in the background.
Egrets and cormorants
A great blue heron gracefully takes flight among the trees, showcasing its large wings and long neck.
heron

The bird photos were taken on January 7, 2025 at Jarvis Creek Park on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina.

I also had a big surprise when I spotted this fellow laying on the edge of the lake. Yikes! They are out early this year. Lucky for me he has plenty to eat in this lake.

A crocodile resting on the edge of a lake surrounded by autumn foliage in Coastal Georgia.
American alligator on Hilton Head Island South Carolina

Sending smiles your way 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

Alice DeForest

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