Prairie Falcon Attempting An Incognito Takeoff
High perches are unusual in the flat bottomland expanses of Montana’s huge Centennial Valley so the few that exist can be a draw for raptors and other birds.
My Camping Gear Setup (by request)
On my recent post announcing my present camping trip Marty K made a special request.
Juvenile Black-crowned Night Heron In Flight
Finally, I’m Out Of Here!
It’s been a long time coming this year but today I’m finally getting out of some of this oppressive heat and headed for the faraway mountains of Montana and Idaho.
Bullock’s Oriole Just After Stealing Food From A Spider
This handsome male Bullock’s Oriole had just made a clean getaway from an angry spider.
Savannah Sparrows With “Bugs” For Their Nestlings
Savannah Sparrows are incredibly efficient hunters while they’re feeding nestlings or fledglings.
The Burrowing Owl And The Meadowlark
This Western Meadowlark was decidedly unhappy with the presence of a hunting owl in its territory.
Fledgling Red-tailed Hawk Trying To Walk A “Tightrope”…
A Flawed Bald Eagle Image On The 4th Of July
My original intention today was to post an image of a glorious adult Bald Eagle in flight in celebration of Independence Day. It didn’t happen…
The Shy And Secretive Virginia Rail
Getting this shot was nothing more than dumb luck – especially considering my “buck fever” at the time.