Tag Archives: Anhinga

Anhinga Dispute

I passed by one Anhinga perched in a Mangrove as I was looking for ducks.

Anhinga Dispute
Anhinga Dispute

Then I heard a splash.

Anhinga Dispute
Anhinga Dispute

I did not see where the second Anhinga came from–he might have been swimming by.

Anhinga Dispute
Anhinga Dispute

I don’t recall hearing any noises from the birds, but they sure moved a lot of water.

Anhinga Dispute
Anhinga Dispute

At one point they were both underwater, emerging with their necks entwined.

Anhinga Dispute
Anhinga Dispute

Their full wing spans, typically 40 inches / 109 cm, were on display.

Anhinga Dispute
Anhinga Dispute

In less than 30 seconds it was over, at least for a drying off period.

Anhinga Dispute
Anhinga Dispute

Black Point Wildlife Drive, Merritt Island, FL
February 25, 2026

Anhinga Takeoff

With their long tail Anhinga are more suited to branch or dock sitting, I don’t often see one standing on the ground.

Anhinga Standing
Anhinga Standing

I wasn’t going to see this one for long, either.

Ready…

Anhinga Ready For Takeoff
Anhinga Ready For Takeoff

Set…

Anhinga Ready For Takeoff
Anhinga Ready For Takeoff

Liftoff!

Anhinga Liftoff
Anhinga Airborne

Feet tucked in…

Anhinga Flying Away
Anhinga Flying Away

And away she went…

Anhinga Flying Away
Anhinga Flying Away

Ashley River Park, Summerville, SC
August 1, 2023