I rode by with my bright pink shoes flashing past this fellow’s toothy snout. He never budged.  Whew!

The Shark Valley section of Everglades NP includes a 15 mile trail they tout as a great bike ride.  We were a bit skeptical about riding along a gator filled slough but decided to give it a try.  All went smoothly and we got to see many wading birds and the usual Florida fisher birds (anhinga and cormorants).  Baby gators made regular appearances as did a couple critters not expected here, a roseate spoonbill and glossy ibis.

We really need to work our way up to these longer rides. My fanny hurts!