San Angelo State Park Photos

Although not in the photo there were three hens and three young turkeys near the pond. I haven't seen as many turkeys as I normally do, probably due to the drought and relentless heat. (Photo by MikeHikes)

I watched this young beaver forage back and forth in the water before he decided it was time for a meal. (Photo by MikeHikes)

First time I've spotted these two at Isabel Harte. Fairly small so I don't know if they are litter mates or a mating pair. (Photo by MikeHikes)

This was the only "large" butterfly spotted during today's five hour hike. Grasshoppers were spotted and a few much smaller moths/butterflies. Drought is SEVERE!! (Photo by MikeHikes)

Last few hikes I've taken included a sighting of a Horned Lizard. Glad they are again making an appearance. (Photo by MikeHikes)

The only fisherman I saw on the hike and when I got closer, he flew away. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Looks bad but he was not in pain and moved quickly. Never saw this before. (Photo by MikeHikes)

The park maintains numerous water troughs and tanks for the wildlife to use due to the ongoing drought. This fawn used the water trough located at Bell's Point in the park's mid-section. (Photo by MikeHikes)

A wasp placed a paralyzed but still living tarantula in a hole for the wasp's young to devour when the eggs hatched. BRUTAL but it is what it is. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Bee bush has started to bloom and attracts bees and other bugs. The scent of vanilla is intoxicating!! (Photo by MikeHikes)

This majestic looking hawk was on Red Dam Loop and followed me as I hiked along the top of the "dam". A very calm and majestic bird! (Photo by MikeHikes)

She watched me as I drove into the park. No fawns or bucks around, just the doe. (Photo by MikeHikes)

One of the few birds out today due to the strong and cold, Northerly winds. A beautiful bird to be sure! (Photo by MikeHikes)

This bee really enjoyed being inside the flower as evidenced by the pollen clinging to his body. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Near 5 Points Junction, I saw this flower which already had a few insects crawling inside. Hopefully, the rains will come and allow more to grow. (Photo by MikeHikes)

The weather is warmer and Spring is here. This cactus wren was singing loud and long, hoping to attract a mate. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Flowering bushes are now evident and the bees are buzzing - a sure sign of Spring! (Photo by MikeHikes)

Although not a flowing river, there are large areas that have water. When the rains come, this river will flow - sometimes it will overflow the banks! (Photo by MikeHikes)

Spotted near Burkett Park. Not too concerned about seeing us as he wandered by. (Photo by MikeHikes)

One of the first agarita bushes with a bloom at the North Shore. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Sun rising above the dam at the San Angelo State Park. (Photo by MikeHikes)

First Wren I've spotted in 2022. He was hopping along from bush to tree and back to bush near the Playground parking area. (Photo by MikeHikes)

A sunrise flight of migrating birds heading North. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Located on Tasajilla Flats, it just sits there and watches the days go by. (Photo by MikeHikes)