Most of these images were captured at the Wild Bird Sanctuary near Tavernier. Many of these birds, particularly the Pelicans, have been injured and taken care of at the wild bird hospital across the street. Once they have recovered they are set free in the sanctuary although some do not have the physical prowess needed to survive independently in the wild. The Great White Egrets and the Roseate Spoonbills however are wild and visiting the area along with some of the Ibis's.