Outdoors & Nature Insider

Kevin Mims

I'm a freelance writer and videographer, and spend most of my days exploring Florida's natural wonders from a kayak, a bike or rambling down a hiking trail. A Florida native living in Citrus County, you'll often find me watching the boats go by on the Homosassa River. I'm always sharing stories, photos and videos, so follow along and together we'll discover Florida's natural treasures.



Some Surprises in the Ocala National Forest, Part Two

August 12, 2009

Related Tags:

So, you watched the video and read my last post about the bear sighting in the Ocala National Forest. I really should start this post out like one of those television infomercials (but wait, there's more!) since I have another video from that day.

Thinking that the bear sighting was the end of my wildlife spotting for the trip, I headed around the loop leaving the Salt Springs Observation Trail, and a wild rabbit hopped in front of my vehicle and proceeded to munch on some grass a few feet away! This little guy actually let me get out of my vehicle and get really close without jumping into the bushes. So, two short wildlife videos in less than three minutes! Not bad.

Here's the wild rabbit video. Hope you make it out to the Ocala National Forest sometime - the wildlife viewing is pretty good!


Post a Comment

captcha


Only your name and comment will be displayed to other users. See our Privacy Policy.


Connect with VISIT FLORIDA

Insider Recommendations

Click the map icons to see some of my Florida favorites!

Florida Deals Network

Featured

Next Previous

More Deals

$1 off admission price per person

From February 24, 2012 to February 26, 2012

Get Deal »

23% off purchase

Ends February 14, 2012

Get Deal »

Rates from $155 per night

From February 16, 2012 to February 19, 2012

Get Deal »

Rates from $625

Ends February 29, 2012

Get Deal »





Visit Our
Strategic Partners

FLORIDA WEATHER FORECAST

See weather from other cities »

AVERAGE TEMPERATURES

Mostly Sunny
Pensacola

56° F
Partly Sunny
Jacksonville

63° F
Mostly Sunny
Tallahassee

57° F
Mostly Sunny
Panama City Beach

57° F

Get Average Temperatures by Month

.