This pair of Sandhill Cranes nonchalantly wandered out of the marsh/tall grass to my left.

I knew they were around so wasn’t totally surprised, but didn’t expect them to just start preening on the trail.

I got a nice look at how flexible their necks are.

And that gorgeous red eye patch.

After I passed by they separated a bit, but I noticed looking back that the pair stayed pretty close together.

Orlando Wetlands, Christmas, FL
December 30, 2023