Feb. 26, 2026
Yesterday we followed our friends Tom and Paul to the Vero Beach area to a place known as Stick Marsh. It is called Cypress Branch on the map.
It’s popular with boaters and birders. We stood on a grassy area where lots of sticks had been gathered. Roseate Spoonbills were roosting in mangroves across the water. They would fly in and choose a stick to take back. All that flying and landing was perfect for photographers!
There are narrow dirt roads for traveling around in the preserve. The dirt road part is only open on Thursdays for 7 hours.
The following were taken out in the larger area with roads.
Moving on to other birds.
Off on our right I noticed turkey vultures were mating.
We love this place. Despite the restricted hours and that it’s an hour away we will definitely return.
Stay safe everyone. XO
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What exceptional colours on the spoonbill. The marsh hen too. Haven’t ever seen those two birds but we do have turkey vultures.
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Yes the spoonbills are exceptionally pretty I agree.
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these spoonbills are gorgeous and I love them flying in to get sticks! How funny! Xoxo
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Wish you could have been there to see it in person!
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So many amazing birds in Stick Marsh. I appreciate how well protected it is. Love your work-still hoping you make a book someday.
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It sure is a cool place, we had an amazing time!
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