Immature Swainson’s Hawk Amongst The Sunflowers
There are more very similar colors in these photos than you can shake the proverbial stick at.
Category: Favorite Locations
Short-eared Owl In Flight With Rodent Prey
Largely because of all I learned from him this may be my favorite individual bird I’ve ever photographed.
Northern Harrier – How Gaze Stabilization Saved An Interesting Photo
It took me years to realize what saved this image. Prepare yourself for some photo and bird geekiness as I explain.
Barn Swallow Taking Off
Some might say it’s only a swallow but I like the image a lot (and I wouldn’t say “only”.)
Juvenile Red-tailed Hawk – The Rest Of The Story
Plus… Yesterday morning I finally spent some time with the Brown Pelican on the Bear River that has caused so much excitment lately in the birding community.
A Hunting Coyote And A Fish-eating Raccoon
Fur instead of feathers today. And a question about predator and “pest” control at Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
Red-tailed Hawk Flight Series
For me this was an experimental photography technique for birds in flight. I’ll definitely be using it again.
Male Western Kingbird Displaying After Landing
Western Kingbirds are noted for their persistent belligerent behavior. This is one of nine different aggressive displays bird behaviorists have identified in the species.
Water Management And Phragmites Control Issues At Bear River MBR
Yesterday I had a meeting with the new manager of Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge regarding questions and concerns I had about recent management decisions affecting the refuge. Here’s what I found out.
Western Grebe Family – A Little Too Eager For Food
Barn Swallow Adult And Recent Fledgling – Feeding Acrobatics
When adult swallows are feeding youngsters in flight their aerial maneuvers are usually precise. But occasionally someone screws up.
Rough-legged Hawk In A Fantailed Preening Pose
Sharing Something Personal
Today’s post is more about people than it is about birds. Far more. But they’re my people and they’re important to me.
Great Horned Owl Chicks In A Trashy Setting
Black-chinned Hummingbird Feeding On Bee Plant
A different species this time, Black-chinned instead of the Broad-tailed Hummingbirds I’ve been posting lately.
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Short-eared Owl In Flight With Rodent Prey
Largely because of all I learned from him this may be my favorite individual bird I’ve ever photographed.
Northern Harrier – How Gaze Stabilization Saved An Interesting Photo
It took me years to realize what saved this image. Prepare yourself for some photo and bird geekiness as I explain.
Barn Swallow Taking Off
Some might say it’s only a swallow but I like the image a lot (and I wouldn’t say “only”.)
Juvenile Red-tailed Hawk – The Rest Of The Story
Plus… Yesterday morning I finally spent some time with the Brown Pelican on the Bear River that has caused so much excitment lately in the birding community.
A Hunting Coyote And A Fish-eating Raccoon
Fur instead of feathers today. And a question about predator and “pest” control at Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
Red-tailed Hawk Flight Series
For me this was an experimental photography technique for birds in flight. I’ll definitely be using it again.
Male Western Kingbird Displaying After Landing
Western Kingbirds are noted for their persistent belligerent behavior. This is one of nine different aggressive displays bird behaviorists have identified in the species.
Water Management And Phragmites Control Issues At Bear River MBR
Yesterday I had a meeting with the new manager of Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge regarding questions and concerns I had about recent management decisions affecting the refuge. Here’s what I found out.
Western Grebe Family – A Little Too Eager For Food
Barn Swallow Adult And Recent Fledgling – Feeding Acrobatics
When adult swallows are feeding youngsters in flight their aerial maneuvers are usually precise. But occasionally someone screws up.
Rough-legged Hawk In A Fantailed Preening Pose
Sharing Something Personal
Today’s post is more about people than it is about birds. Far more. But they’re my people and they’re important to me.
Great Horned Owl Chicks In A Trashy Setting
Black-chinned Hummingbird Feeding On Bee Plant
A different species this time, Black-chinned instead of the Broad-tailed Hummingbirds I’ve been posting lately.