Motoring Across America

With James "Alex" Alexander

with James "Alex" Alexander



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Blog 314: Lower Rio Grande Valley

Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge
We have returned to our winter home of last year, to the distinct flora and fauna of the wild Laguna Atascosa, located about 40 minutes north of Brownsville and 40 minutes west of South Padre Island. Jan and I are habitat tour guides, sharing the unique beauty of one of the most biologically diverse areas of the world. This 100,000-acre refuge is one of the last undeveloped coastal areas on the planet. With over 400 species of birds, 400 species of plants, 40 types of mammals, 40 types of reptiles and amphibians, and over 100 species of butterflies. Enough stuff to keep a nature-lover busy for decades!

Some Pics
Here is the beautiful Altamira oriole—you should hear him sing.

Altamira Oriole

This cute little fellow is a cotton mouse—he lives near the Photo Blind.

Cotton Mouse

Lots of good things to eat here as this svelte coyote demonstrates.

Coyote

Here is a buck and a couple photos of an exotic nilgai male. This big guy loves to pose for the camera.

Buck

Nilgai Male

Nilgai Male Close Up

Yes, I know they are feral and quite destructive, but the three little pigs are still cute.

Three Little Pigs

Sow and Litter

Boy, do the little boys like their gators.

Alligator

Go Away
Here is a picture I took in Texas hill country close to election time and forgot about. It kind of gives you a flavor of the folks that live there! Note: Look close for the faded out “free beer” message.

Go Away Sign

Old Trucks

Meet Maureen

Maureen

Meet Patricia

Patricia

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