I took a few photos while out monitoring invasive plants. These only give a feel for a small lake ecosystem.

Gator territory, lots of lily pads. Will get a better photo with my good camera.

Palmettos like wet soils. These are in the trees surrounding the lake.

Old “cracker” house, will be renovated by UF

This soft shell turtle was stuck in a fence. The biologist picked it up and we drove it to the lake where it belongs.

Beautiful bracket fungi

While we were working, the gal holding the turtle found a native lily. She has been looking around here for 10 years. It was an exciting moment. They took photos and set GPS markers.

More photos soon! It is such a beautiful place here, outside of Gainesville, FL