A black footed Quaker Parrot is probably not considered a new sub-species but I think it's a bit unusual, especially in the wild of Florida. This little fellow was spotted and photographed on Long Boat Key just outside of Sarasota Florida on Jan. 14, 2005. His toes and nails are jet black, they almost look like they are one unit. Most Quakers have lighter feet with dark or very white cracks.

From time to time I do have a bit of fun with altered photos but this one has not been altered except to actually get it ready for the web, normal stuff, it's a real picture.