Aerial view of Everglades inlets
Silhouette of egret against sunset
Many young alligators
Man navigates boat through blue-green bay
Baby alligator swimming through dark, leafy water
Palmetto plants
Eastern diamondback hangs on branch of mangrove tree
An egret rests in the water in front of trees
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Inlets in Everglades
The park’s unique mix of tropical and temperate plants and animals includes more than 700 plant and 300 bird species, as well as the endangered manatee, crocodile, and Florida panther. Alligator poachers have been known to hide in the bends of mangrove trees while on the hunt.
Photograph by Otis Imboden

Everglades National Park Photos

Everglades National Park photos and pictures of culture, history, and travel from National Geographic.

November 05, 2009

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