Monday, April 22, 2013

Conservancy of Southwest Florida



This past weekend the Conservancy of Southwest Florida celebrated its reopening after a significant renovation.  The organization began as an environmental advocate and now operates a 21-acre nature preserve next to the Naples Zoo.  Injured wildlife is brought to the Conservancy, where staff attempts to repair the damage.  Some animals are able to return to their natural environment, while others remain on display at the Conservancy's nature center.

This baby alligator is in an educational display.  When it outgrows the display, it will be transported to a larger facility.
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23 comments:

  1. AndyApril 22, 2013 at 5:46 AM

    Judging by the look in his eyes I would say he thinks you look delicious.

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  2. UnknownApril 22, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    OMG ! What a lovely picture !

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  3. brattcatApril 22, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    great capture.

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  4. Cezar and LéiaApril 22, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    The baby alligator is cute!
    Great shot!
    Léia

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  5. JanetApril 22, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    He just wants to be petted. :)

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  6. LOLfromPasaApril 22, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Oh my! That is quite a shot.

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  7. SharonApril 22, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    I love this photo! I've never seen a baby alligator and it's looks so innocent.

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  8. Taken For GrantedApril 22, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    Great shot. The gator is cute, but I'll still keep my hands in my pockets.

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  9. Sylvia KApril 22, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    What a terrific capture, Jack! He does indeed look so innocent! Always love the babies! Have a great week!

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  10. Stefan JanssonApril 22, 2013 at 11:00 AM

    Nice pet.

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  11. MalyssApril 22, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    I don't think he's looking innocent! I think he has already a very ferocious face, and I'm sure he would be cut your finger if he could catch it!
    This being said, the picture itself is very pretty!

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  12. RedPatApril 22, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    It looks as if the turtle is heading in for a nip! ;-))

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  13. LowellApril 22, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    We visited this place many years ago. I'm glad that it is still in operation. As I recall, it depends a lot on donations.

    Cute shot. May make a Gator out of you yet!

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  14. KarlApril 22, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    Cute! He should not grow...
    Really a lovely shot, Jack!

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  15. DianneApril 22, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    A great capture Jack .... I'm pleased they're going to upgrade his accommodation as he grows.

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  16. William KendallApril 22, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    Not quite as cute when they get bigger, but still, an amazing animal!

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  17. RandyApril 22, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    Nice close up.

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  18. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comApril 23, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    There are several wildlife rescue places in Costa Rica that perform a valuable service.

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  19. KateApril 23, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    Always glad to hear about nature centers for injured animals. this one looks pretty healthy and happy.

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  20. VPApril 23, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Healing injured alligators? I am lost at this...

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  21. VirginiaApril 23, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    ...like the EVerglades?

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  22. PerthDailyPhotoApril 24, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    They're kind of cute when they're this size Jack, lovely capture.

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  23. Nathalie H.D.April 29, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Yep, cute critter. Too bad they grow sharp teeth when they get big :)

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