Blue heron on edge of waterEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of Great Blue Heron at edge of water with much vegetation in background.
Various feeding near mangrovesEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of birds feeding near mangroves and other plants; "Egrets and Spoonbills feeding".
Two anhingas on treeEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of two Anhinga's in a tree, one grooming, one with wings spread. Anhinga 4. Caption reads: "Wet Anhinga's spread their wings and preen in an overhanging willow. The drying out process may go on for an hour or so before the birds attempt to fly. Here the female preens while the male spreads his wings in the sun." Photo by M. Woodbridge Williams, National Park Service. Locality: Royal Palm Photo Source: Keywords: Wildlife. UNDATED. .
Wood Storks, Anhingas, and Great EgretsEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceRookery - Wood Storks, Anhingas, and Great Egrets, photo by City of Miami News Bureau. n=1, 3x5, b&w.
Close-up of noddy tern with eggEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up frontal view of bird with one egg by breast; "Noddy Tern sitting on eggs".
Close-up of two gallinules on branchEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of two Gallinules, one on branch, the second poking in the water.
Birds above and around rookeryEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up, overexposed view of birds in trees and flying above small island; "Rookery".
Ducks and wading birds by tree lined shoreEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceOut of focus, distant view of ducks and wading birds by tree lined shore; "mixed flock".
Close-up of Anhinga swallowing fishEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose-up of Anhinga swallowing fish; "Anghina 3. However in most cases, with slight shakes of the head, the Anhinga deftly flips the fish loose and snatches it head downwards-always. If she tried swallowing the bream tail first, the sharp fin rays and scales would catch in her throat."
Group of birds feeding in shallow waterEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceSix birds feeding in shallow water, mangroves in background. Polyester Copy Negative.
Two views of spoonbills feedingEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceTwo views of Spoonbills feeding, alligator in background; "Spoonbills Feeding".
Close-up of anhinga with fishEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of Anhinga's head and neck above water with fish speared on beak; "Anhinga feeding on bluegill".
Flock of seabirds on beachEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceLarge mixed flock of "Royal Terns and Black Skimmers" flying above beach by water's edge" Locality: Petit Bois Island.
Close-up of Anhinga with fishEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of Anhinga with fish speared on its beak; "Anhinga feeding on bluegill".
Distant view of birds over waterEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant view of birds over water, some flying, some wading, islands in background.
White ibis in shallowsEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of two white ibis in shallows with grasses in background. Polyester Copy Negative.
Flock of egrets feedingEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of many birds in water, vegetation in fore and background; "Birds Feeding". Polyester Copy Negative.
Flock of birds surrounding rookeryEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of birds in mangroves and flying above; "Rookery" Locality: Photo Source: Miami News Bureau Keywords: Wildlife.
Close-up of Swallow Tailed Kite and chicksEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of Swallow Tailed Kite landing on nest with two chicks; "6 x 4, pg. 77 no Legend. Bled to top & sides."
Distant view of anhinga on bushEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of an Anhinga on a bush with it's wings spread; other birds in foreground and background.
Close-up of anhinga chickEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of head and neck of young Anhinga; "Downy young Anhinga 20 days old in nest on Anhinga Trail".
Stork carrying nesting materialEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of stork flying with twig in beak; "Wood stork flying/nesting material".
Swallow Tailed Kite feeding chicksEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of Swallow Tailed Kite feeding young; "4 X 6 cut, bleed to top and sides, pg. 72".
Great blue heron in tall grassEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of bird in front of tall grass in water; "Great Blue Heron".
Four birds feeding near shoreEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant view of three birds in shallows, feeding, at least one is a spoonbill, a fourth bird is just landing.
Great egrets at water's edgeEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of four Great Egrets at water's edge, heavy trees in background. Polyester Copy Negative.
Close-up of American BitternEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceWildlife. Close up of American Bittern. ANHINGA TRAIL - "Located in Royal Palm Hammock near the Homestead entrance, is one of the most popular wildlife shows in the park. From the paths and bridge-like boardwalks of the swampy trails, visitors are promised views of droves of alligators basking in the sun as well as the beautiful long-tailed anhinga, a skilled 'fisherman,' feasting on the profusion of freshwater fish that fill the watery sloughs of the Royal Palm area."
Anhinga with fish speared on beakEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of Anhinga with a fish on it's beak. No. 2 caption reads: "Sometimes the bird drives its beak into an oversized bream so hard that the mandibles are spread and no amount of head shaking can loosen the fish. In this case, the anhinga, with head pointed vertically, will swim to the nearest shore and hook the fish loose on a rock or branch."
Cuthbert Lake rookeryEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceAerial view of island covered with birds and more birds in the air; "Cuthbert Lake Rookery".
Two views of white ibis atop treeEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceTwo views of white ibis in top of tree; "White Ibis". Two negatives connected.
Close-up of spoonbills feeding in shallowsEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of eight spoonbills (some only partially visible) wading and feeding; "Spoonbills" Locality: Photo Source: Keywords: Wading Birds.
Anhinga hopping out of waterEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up of Anhinga hopping out of water on to bank; "Anhinga 8. Sodden male Anhinga clambers from Taylor Slough. Wings loaded with water, flight is most difficult. The author has only seen when anhingas fly when alarmed."
Snowy egret among grassesEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of a snowy egret in the water with a rock outcropping and grasses in background.
Anhinga and three coots in waterEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceNOTE 1: Close up of Anhinga's head sticking out of water near 3 coots; "Anhinga and coots are among the numerous water birds finding sanctuary in ENP. NOTE 2: Unlike other water birds, the Anhinga has no oil on its feathers to repell water, thus quickly becomes soaked and sinks with only the head-snakelike-remaining above the water. In contrast, the "oily" coot in this picture, bob easily along on the surface."
Birds on and above rookeryEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up, out of focus view of wood storks and other birds in branches of mangroves, some birds flying.
Aerial view of island rookeriesEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceAerial view of birds on tree islands in water; "Aerial view of rookery", "Madeira Rookery". Polyester Copy Negative.
Tri-color heron by mangrove bankEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of tri-color heron facing away from viewer standing in low water near mangrove; slightly out of focus.
Aerial view of Cuthbert Lake RookeryEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant, aerial view of bird covered island; "Cuthbert (Lake) Rookery".
Great Egret and Wood StorksEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceGreat Egret and Wood Storks, photo by City of Miami News Bureau. n=1, 3x5, b&w.
Cuthbert RookeryEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView from water of many birds perched on branches of mangroves and flying overhead; "Scene at Cuthbert Rookery".
Birds on treesEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of birds (wood ibis) perched on top branches of trees; "Wood Ibis Rookery". Polyester copy negative. One of two negatives. Two of two negatives, three prints.
Three wood storks in treeEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceClose up view of three wood storks in tree, two have wings spread, one is side view one rear view.
White heron standing in water plantsEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceView of bird standing in water with water plants in foreground, bushes and grass behind.
Three views of spoonbills feedingEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceTwo views of spoonbills feeding, second shot has an egret in a tree on left proper of photo. Two prints.
Group of spoonbills in shallow waterEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant view of six spoonbills feeding in shallow waters, mangroves in background.
Flock of birds surrounding isletEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant view from water of birds in mangroves and flying above; "Rookery"; Locality: East River.
Silhouette of bird on treetopEverglades National Park; National Park ServiceDistant silhouette of a bird in the top branches of a tree. Note reads: "From the pelican--whose mouth can hold more than its belly can--to the tiny hummingbird, the more than 300 varieties of birds that make their home in the Florida add beauty, amusement, and drama to the daily scene. Much more conspicuous than the park's other animals, they can be enjoyed with no special effort. But a pair of binoculars and a field guide will make birdwatching a more rewarding pastime."