Gliding high overhead the swallowtail kite used to be a rare sight over Solivita. This year a pair of these large, graceful birds stayed much longer than the usual three days to a week. After seeing them now and then over several months this spring, I’m convinced we have a breeding pair that have nested [...]
One of the first things I noticed about Florida was how much water there was. It is more rainy during the summer, usually a brief afternoon shower or thunderstorm. This creates a lush summer landscape with small lakes, large lakes, swamps and rivers. This is great for the wildlife and for anyone who loves scenic [...]
If you find the Geico gecko fun, then you’ll love having these green or brown lizards to observe. The green anole can change color to brown. I’ve even seen it mid-change as it ran along the rail of my screen room. It won’t give you details of insurance deals or speak in a posh accent. [...]
Large areas of Solivita are set aside in a natural state. This preserve area provides plenty of shelter for Solivita’s wildlife. Besides a large variety of birds, residents have the opportunity to see deer, raccoons, armadillos, otter, and several types of large cats. Except for the armadillos, these animals are native to Florida and it [...]
