The Wildlife-Teeming Everglades National Park

Wildlife & culture
What an abundance of wildlife you got to see in the park, wow! I never knew the difference between crocodiles and alligators, now I do. And what a good decision to drive the southern route through the park on your first day, not to walk the Christian Point Trail all by yourself, and to go and learn something about the local native people instead of catching the (certainly very touristy!) tram!

Alligators and Crocodiles
I am glad you learned the difference. All I know is I don't want to be close to either of them. You did so much on these days. What a great experience in nature you had.

Bursting with Wildlife
The Everglades is the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S. and you did a nice job of exploring. It sounds like you made some great choices. I'm so glad you got to see a manatee! .... and a crock. And.. yes thy move incredibly fast. Good for you. Learning about the life of our native Americans is a good idea and sad what has happened to them over the years. I remember reading Bury my Heart at Wounded Knee decades ago. Most every state you visit will have history to share on this topic. Great reading your adventure.

Alligators are awesome
I absolutely love alligators. They are awesome animals. /Ake

Everglades
Great photos Alex! What a cool place to visit. I didn't know how to tell the difference between alligators and crocodiles, so thanks for that!

Manatee
Amazing you got to see one in the wild. I've only seen one at Sea World. Similar to you, prior to your trip in Florida, I missed out on seeing these in Belize.