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Sandhill Cranes in Kings Point

By Harold "Hal" Place

Real Estate Agent with A1 Connection Realty, Inc.

February 01, 2009 08:01 AM

Living in Kings Point, the gated community within Sun City Center Florida, can have some rewarding consequences. A few weeks ago while going to visit a client in Kings Point, I came across a sight I have seen on a few occasions. Unfortunately, on those past occasions, I never had my camera available. I was lucky on this day. As I turned to go to their home, there in the road were 3 Sandhill Cranes. Just strolling along at their leisure. In Florida, you bcome accustomed to such events and quietly sit and wait for the local wildlife to move on. It's also fun to just watch them when you have the opportunity.

I happened to have my camera on this particulat day, and clicked away. I stayed in my car for fear that if I got out, it would scare them away. Although they didn't seem to be in a hurry to get out of my way.

I sat there for about 20 minutes watching them stroll along and snapped a few pictures. Enjoy!

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Harold "Hal" Place

A1 Connection Realty, Inc. - Sun City Center, FL

HI Michael,

Yes, they spook very easily and I didn't want to ruin the moment. I enjoyed sitting there watching them go about their business.

Feb 03, 2009 05:51 AM

Hi Paddy,

July isn't that bad down here. Actually sometimes it is hotter and more humid up north that time of year. Where is the wedding being held? If it is close enough we should meet for lunch.

Feb 03, 2009 05:52 AM

Hi Laura,

Yes, it is nice to stop and appreciate our surroundings. We just don't do it often enough.

Feb 03, 2009 05:54 AM

Hi Leslie,

Thank you for commenting. Glad you enjoyed the presentation.

Feb 03, 2009 05:55 AM

Hi Vicki,

I have never seen them in the glades, but sure enjoy them here at home. Thanks for stopping by.

Feb 03, 2009 05:57 AM

Todd Clark - Retired

eXp Realty LLC - Tigard, OR

Principle Broker Oregon

WOW, that is really cool. It looks like they weren't too afraid of you and that you were able to get pretty close. I've sat there for 20 minutes myself watching a bald eagle and sometimes wildlife is just better than any TV show out there ever could be.

Feb 11, 2009 03:43 AM

Hi Todd,

For the most part they weren't concerned that I was in the area. However, I am not sure they would have remained as still and content had I stepped out of the car. Thanks for commenting.

Feb 16, 2009 11:56 PM

Toula Rosebrock

Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ

Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Hal:

That's pretty cool....I have swans and ducks in my yard, but to have cranes walk around...must be awesome!

ToulaRosebrock.com

Feb 18, 2009 09:29 AM

Regina P. Brown

MBA Broker Consultants - Carlsbad, CA

M.B.A., Broker, Instructor

Hal, those cranes are awesome! What a blessing that you get to live in such a wonderful place.

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Feb 18, 2009 03:44 PM

Morning Toula,

Like you, I enjoy watching the wildlife, the Cranes are just an extra special benefit nature throws our was.

Feb 18, 2009 10:16 PM

Hi Regina,

Thank you for commenting. I have to say, I am blessed living here in Paradise. So many folks take the area, nature and the wildlife for granted. I am very happy here and so is the family.

Feb 18, 2009 10:19 PM

Susie Blackmon

Ocala, FL

Ocala, Horses, Western Wear, Horse Farms, Marketing

I remember the cranes in Florida well, and your pictures are great. Enjoyed seeing them very much.

Feb 19, 2009 05:48 AM

Hi Susie,

Thank you for commenting. Glad you enjoyed them. I plan to try n catch them again in a better setting.

Feb 19, 2009 08:51 AM

Bruce & Mary Smith

Savannah Lakes Homes - McCormick, SC

REALTORS, Savannah Lakes Village McCormick SC

Hi Hal - I missed your cranes in this post! So neat! Great photos!

Mary

Apr 16, 2009 12:44 AM

Hi Mary,

Thanks for commenting. Glad you enjoyed the wildlife.

Apr 20, 2009 06:26 AM

Sandy Shores FL Realtor®, Melbourne Real Estate

M & M Realty of Brevard Inc. - Melbourne, FL

Brevard County Real Estate, Florida's Space Coast

Hi Hal, Great shots! Another perfect reason to live in Florida. We see so much wildlife here. Yesterday, traffic was stopped for 2 ducks just taking their time crossing the road.

Aug 15, 2009 03:37 AM

Connie Harvey

Pilkerton Realtors - Brentwood, TN

Realtor - Nashville TN Real Estate

Hal, they really don't look afraid of anything! I'm glad you had your camera ready. They're great shots!

Aug 18, 2009 07:07 AM

Morning Sandy,

Thanks for commenting. Yes, we are lucky to live among all this wildlife. We have a family of Red Billed Ducks living on our lake side. Just another benefit of living in Paradise!!

Aug 18, 2009 11:29 PM

Morning Connie,

No, they weren't afraid or threatened. I had the camera in the car because I was going to update some listing pictures.

Thanks for stopping by.

Aug 18, 2009 11:34 PM

Mary Douglas

United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO

REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Hi Hal, those sandhill cranes are beautiful, glad you had your camera on that day !!

Aug 19, 2009 03:43 AM

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