I had never found sea glass until we moved to Atlantic Beach, FL, but now it is a favorite part of our evening beach stroll. Sometimes we just find a piece or two, and sometimes we get a whole pocketful, but we almost never come home empty-handed. Sea glass, also known as beach glass, is … Continue reading The Hidden Gems of the Sea: Exploring the World of Sea Glass
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What Actually are Florida Sand Fleas?
If you grew up in Florida, then you've probably spent some time catching those little burrowing creatures at the beach we usually call sand fleas. If you've held them in your hands, you know that they don't bite like fleas, but will instead try and burrow between your fingers. Their real name is mole crab, … Continue reading What Actually are Florida Sand Fleas?
A Florida Osprey and a Floppy Fish
While we were leaving the beach yesterday, we saw big osprey fly overhead with a fish in its claws. The bird decided to stop and eat his fish on top of a telephone pole. I kept waiting for the floppy fish to drop, but he had a good hold of it! Check out the video … Continue reading A Florida Osprey and a Floppy Fish
Growing the Amaryllis Red Barbados Lily in Florida
Every Easter our yard lights up with bright red Amaryllis flowers with yellow centers. Because of that, I've always called them Easter Lilies. I've since learned they are actually not a lily at all, but an Amaryllis or Hippeastrum puniceum, a stunning flowering plant native to the Caribbean region, particularly Barbados, hence the popular name … Continue reading Growing the Amaryllis Red Barbados Lily in Florida
Let’s Go Lizard Hunting
Lizard hunting is a childhood rite of passage for Florida kids. You either learn to catch the lizards, or you get chased by somebody who's caught one. We most often find Anole lizards and skinks, and one time we found a glass lizard, which is a really big lizard that looks like a snake! Hunting … Continue reading Let’s Go Lizard Hunting
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