One of the less known parts of DuPuis is the Powerline Grade along the eastern perimeter. A one way trip is 13 miles long and can be traveled on foot, bike, horse, or car. As the name implies, the shellrock road parallels high tension power lines running south from the FPL Indiantown plant. The southern half of the road runs between a canal (with many resident alligators) and the adjacent Corbett WMA. You may also see otters, deer, birds and various Florida fauna. Bringing your camera is recommended. Happy caching!
The gray catbird (Dumetella carolinensis) is a medium-sized North American perching bird also known as the slate-colored mockingbird. When first discovered, it was mistaken for a type of Old World flycatcher. The bird is lead gray in color with a darker tail and top of the head.
It has a habit of singing while hiding in thorny bushes. The bird has a cat-like call and can also mimic tree frogs and other birds. Catbird song is more raspy and less musical than a mockingbird.