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Vivid sunset over the Summerglen Community

This photograph perfectly captures the intensity of the color in the evening's sunsetting sky in the Summerglen Community. Thanks to Terrie Bauman for sharing!

Rhesus macaque monkey observing visitors at Silver Springs State Park

One of the local rhesus macaque monkeys at Silver Springs State Park was observing visitors with a keen eye. Thanks to Brad Mullins for sharing!

Black bear standing by road near the Ocala National Forest

This black bear was spotted standing by the side of Hog Valley Road in Eureka near the Ocala National Forest. Thanks to Evonne Tindell for sharing!

Colorful evening sky over the Summerglen Community

This was a short-lived but colorful evening sky over the Summerglen Community in Ocala. Thanks to Terrie Bauman for sharing!

Lily pads at Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area

These lily pads were delicate enough to catch raindrops at the Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area. Thanks to Brad Mullins for sharing!

Great blue heron standing on one leg by Henderson Lake in Inverness

This great blue heron was enjoying the water at Henderson Lake in Inverness along the bike trail. Thanks to Barbara Cabrera for sharing!

Barred owl at Baseline Trailhead Park

This majestic barred owl was perched high in a tree at Baseline Trailhead Park. Thanks to Becky Long for sharing!

Florida cottonmouth snake at Price’s Scrub State Park

Watch your step! This Florida cottonmouth snake was spotted in the middle of the trail at Price's Scrub State Park in Marion County. Thanks to Gary Burnett for sharing!

Spicebush swallowtail butterfly enjoying flowers at Pine Ridge Estates

This spicebush swallowtail butterfly was enjoying these beautiful flowers at Pine Ridge Estates. Thanks to Barbara Cabrera for sharing!

Gopher tortoise spotted on Withlacoochee State Trail

This gopher tortoise appeared to be smiling when he was spotted on the Withlacoochee State Trail. Thanks to Barbara Cabrera for sharing!

Intriguing morning sky over Ocala’s Summerglen Community

The sun rising over the horizon created these intriguing skies over Ocala's Summerglen Community leading to a very colorful morning. Thanks to Terrie Bauman for sharing!

Doe at Baseline Trailhead Park

Check this doe that was spotted at Baseline Trailhead Park. Thanks to Brian Standridge for sharing!

Beautyberry in transition at Silver Springs State Park

Beautyberries, like these seen at Silver Springs State Park, are native to the Southern United States. Wildlife like birds and deer often rely on them as a food source, which helps spread their seeds. Thanks to Brad Mullins for sharing!

Glorious morning sunrise in Ocala

Check out the beautiful colors in this early morning sunrise in Ocala. Thanks to Keli Burns for sharing!

Bald eagle flying above Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area

This bald eagle was spotted flying above the Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area. Thanks to Brad Mullins for sharing!

Mom and baby rhesus monkeys at Silver Springs State Park

This pair of mom and baby rhesus macaque monkeys came out to the water's edge at Silver Springs State Park. Thanks to Jennifer Faulstick for sharing!

Beautiful sunset at Silver Springs State Park

A sunset at Silver Springs State Park is always a beautiful treat. Thanks to Brad Mullins for sharing!

Cloudy evening sky over the Summerglen Community

There was an interesting evening sky over the Summerglen Community after a recent batch of afternoon storms. Thanks to Terrie Bauman for sharing!

Super blue moon over Ocala National Forest

Check out this shot of the super blue moon from last night taken from in the Ocala National Forest. Thanks to Brad Mullins for sharing!

Sandhill crane relaxing after the storm in the Ocala National Forest

This sandhill crane decided to relax in a field in the Ocala National Forest after Hurricane Idalia passed through the area. Thanks to Bradley Mullins for sharing!

It’s a new day in Marion Oaks

Each sunrise gifts us a new beginning to take on the day with a smile and positivity, like this one in Marion Oaks in Ocala. Thanks to Madelyn Rodriguez for sharing!

Calm before the storm at Fore Ranch in Ocala

It was the calm before the storm as this beautiful sunrise photo was taken at Fore Ranch in Ocala. Thanks to John McKeon for sharing!

Glowing sunset in Ocala National Forest

Check out this beautiful sunset in the Ocala National Forest. Thanks to Denise Dunn for sharing!

Daybreak at Barnett Estate in Inverness

This photo was taken in the early morning at Barnett Estate in Inverness. Thanks to Velukutty Balakrishnan for sharing!