Viera Wetlands - Melbourne, Florida

Good morning,

We are off the ship on the way North to Ohio again, but first I'll share some images we took at Viera Wetlands, near Melbourne, Florida.

We have been here several times.  Sometimes we are able to drive these roads, but this time they were only open to foot traffic.

Since this is Florida, of course, there are always flowers. :)

This area was formed and is maintained by waste water. 

 There are numerous observation towers.  Sometimes when we are here we see quite a few people taking pictures, but this time we were almost alone walking the roads with cameras in hand.

 Out there is an island where the birds are safe to nest.

 I used to see quite a few red winged black birds back home in Ohio, but not so often any more.

 Ah, and look who lurks looking for a meal.  Yes, we are walking along a road near the water's edge.  I truly do prefer driving here!

 This was a noisy fellow!

 The wildlife don't see to be bothered by us at all.

 So pretty!

 Tomorrow I'll have a few more images from this trip to Viera Wetlands.

All the best,
Lois