A Friendly Visit
I wasn’t the only one that noticed this alligator relaxing on a mud bog in the swamp. A pair of coots showed up and decided to get out of the water as well and join our gator friend. At first the coots appeared a little confused and did not seem to be sure what to make of this funny looking ‘log’ that was just laying there. However they quickly became rather excited which attracted the attention of a third coot that came floating over to see what all the fuss was about.
Notice how the alligator does his best to completely ignore the coots throughout the entire event. He was likely just hoping for a quiet morning so he could get in a nice nap but instead had to contend with yacking coots creating an unwanted commotion!
Phil Lanoue Photography 
Goofy coots! 🙂
They are totally goofy!
Fortunately, let them do, could eating them!
Very nice these photos 🙂
Best wishes for a Merry Christmas Phil
Ciao, Pat
Thank you Pat and Merry Christmas!
Merry X-Mas ♥ Mathilda
Merry Christmas to you as well!!
Funny! 🙂
Yes those coots can be quite comical for sure!
This is such a hilarious pic, Phil. It make me laugh out loud. Mr A looks quite pee’d off with all the commotion. 😀
He does not look at all happy about having his morning nap interrupted by the annoying coots!
Brave or daft? They make such great shots, though, Phil!
They are plenty goofy birds for sure Maggie! Glad you like the photos!
Well, I think they’re kinda a bunch of opportunists, but they do make excellent portrait subjects! : )
They are a fun bunch out there for sure!
Look like a party. Great shots Phil.
Oh it’s always a party out there Edith!
Ha ha! Are you sure that’s a real ‘gator?!? 🙂
I’m sure it’s real, the coots might not be sure though. 😀
😀 This is so cool, Phil! Merry Christmas 🙂
Thank you Paula and Merry Christmas!
Bitchen photo!
Stunning images Phil.
That is funny. That seems like a dangerous move for them.
That is priceless Phil. Very nice catch.
And Merry Christmas my friend!!! Thank you for all the great pictures you share with us.