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Every year in late February, we look forward to our field trips to Orlando Wetlands and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Orlando Wetlands, with its expansive boardwalks and winding roads that meander through the marshes, offers endless opportunities to photograph and observe an incredible diversity of birdlife.
During this visit, two Common Moorhens suddenly burst into a fierce battle right in front of us, likely competing for the attention of a female. Encounters like this are a wonderful reminder that nature is full of unexpected drama and surprises!

Images taken with a Nikon D850, 200-500mm Nikkor Lens, Focal Length 310 mm, ISO-2500, 1/2500, 6.3 .