Not your everyday Everglades wildlife sighting! A few days go, one of our park rangers was lucky enough to capture this adorable River Otter on video at Shark Valley. Have you ever been lucky enough to encounter some otters in the park? NPS video by Ellen Blackwood Video Description: A brown river otter walks along a park road and then slides in to some vegetation along a river. #WildlifeWednesday #Everglades #EvergladesNationalPark #FindYourPark #EncuentraTuParque | Everglades National Park

If you’re visiting the park this time of year, mosquitoes will likely be part of the adventure. Mosquitoes have been around for millions of years and their various life stages are important food sources for many of the park's wildlife. With a little preparation, you can stay comfortable and keep the focus on your adventure: ✅ Wear light, long-sleeved clothing ✅ Use insect repellent ✅ Stick to sunny areas when possible ✅ Walk on paved trails ✅ Get out on the water (fewer mosquitoes out there!) ✅

Morning canoe ride through Nine Mile Pond. #Everglades Follow us in Instagram http://bit.ly/1b5pGFq | Everglades National Park

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