February 19, 2019

Location: Sebastian Inlet

I am known as a Caspian Tern
Invade my colony, and I'll make you bleed.
But Bald Eagles, hey that's another thing -
When I see one I immediately flee.

Sources: Cornell All About Birds - Caspian Tern

Photo and text © 2018 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

August 3, 2017

Location: Fellsmere, Stick Marsh

I'm known as a Caspian Tern,
I am the largest species of tern.
I like to catch fish with my honking' red beak,
A feat which takes my babies a long time to learn.

Sources: Cornell Lab - Caspian Tern

Photo and text © 2017 Dee Fairbanks Simpson