This was a modest sized stick for a Roseate Spoonbill to bring for the nest.

He took a moment to get it just so in his beak, then flew the final few feet to the nest, where it was a tight squeeze getting it situated.

Once he got there the female couldn’t turn around to take it from him–the usual pattern with new nest material.

The next looks pretty small so far…hardly big enough to hold even one egg.

The male went off for more, leaving her to rearrange the sticks before the next one arrived.

Orlando Wetlands, Christmas, FL
February 11, 2025