PHOTO PROVIDED BY PAULA KAYE

Paula Kaye is a wildlife photographer and birder who is familiar with the many bird species at Stump Pass Beach State Park. She is pictured here on a walk at the state park. Nature walks are held there at 9 a.m. every Wednesday January through April. Meet at the parking lot at 900 Gulf Boulevard on Manasota Key in Englewood. Call 941-964-0375.