Archive for the ‘Reptiles’ Category

To the east of Houston is a small freshwater reservoir that is stocked with mainly bass, crappie, and red-eared sunfish (aka-shellcracker) because they like cracking snail shells. The lake is also home to numerous mammals, birds, and reptiles. It’s a beautiful place especially for those looking for a no-wake lake (slower than 7 m.p.h.) for paddling kayaks and canoes. I have been fishing it for over 40 years and find the trips their quiet, peaceful, pleasant, and enjoyable. Here are a few photos that I shot last time out capturing the lakes beauty. For more information about the reservoir, you can visit here https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/sheldon-lake

The Texas State Aquarium located in Corpus Christi, Texas live up to it’s name. It is as big as Texas, well, not quite. The exhibits represent many areas of sea life. The purpose is not only to share these animals with us, but also to protect them which I love. I have visited many aquariums and I must say this one was really awesome. It allowed me the opportunity to have fun with my camera which I also love. I saw many new species I have not seen in other aquariums. Here are a few of my photos from this adventure. For more information on the Texas State Aquarium, visit this link https://www.texasstateaquarium.org/

 

2017 Albert Moyer, Jr. Photography Photos dedicated to Bill Royall

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Cuban Anole

2015 Albert Moyer, Jr. Photography

A few reptile photos from my trip last weekend at Brazos Bend. 2015 Albert Moyer, Jr.

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A few photos I shot recently in North Texas. They are so peaceful, but can be so deadly. 2015 Albert Moyer

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A red-eared slider found along a stream.

2014 Albert Moyer, Jr.

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A Big Alligator!

I took this photo at Brazos Bend State Park.

I estimate the size at about 12 feet and 500 plus pounds.

I was 30 feet away when I shot the photo. Brave or stupid? LOL

2013 Albert Moyer, Jr.

 

This breed of snake has some really nice colors.  One of the prettiest I have seen.

California Red-Sided Garter Snake

Redsided Garter Snake

Photo from Google Images

Alligators really blend into their environment and you always have to be watching for them especially in Florida. This one caught my eye while walking along a trail near the water’s edge. Do you see it?

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