Feathered Photography

Swainson’s Hawk Takeoff (+ reasons for not shooting at midday)

I’m posting this image for its shortcomings, not for its strengths.

These curlews performed some intense and protracted courtship displays that were fascinating to watch and photograph.

As much as I try to avoid cloning elements out of my images it does tempt me occasionally. And in some cases doing so may not even be desirable.

Predicting the behavior of this Western Meadowlark allowed me to get a boat-load of very interesting action shots.

This owl, like the others, was hunting from fence posts instead of on the wing.

Bird photography is difficult enough without the added aggravation of hordes of biting insects.

It’s unusual for me to struggle with the composition of my images but these Turkey Vulture photos are an exception.

For the bird species I typically photograph the courtship displays of Sage Thrashers are unique.

Sometimes even small prey doesn’t give up without a fight.

This Red-tailed Hawk took a breather while carrying a stick to the nest.