Redhead
In my view the only ducks that I see regularly that approach the elegance of male Pintails and Canvasbacks are the handsome Redheads.
Tag: farmington bay waterfowl management area
A Pheasant, A Bald Eagle And Nictitating Membranes
You can’t tell me that birds don’t become “stickier” (more reluctant to fly and easier to approach) when it’s very cold.
A Variety Of Birds In The Snow
After being “grounded” by the recent huge snowstorm for a couple of days I was finally able to go out shooting yesterday morning.
A Female Kestrel Trying To Survive Winter’s Cold
Weather like we’re having now is difficult for our avian winter residents and that includes American Kestrels.
A Grebe And A Coot Battle Repeatedly Over A Fish
These two birds fought over the fish for over three minutes.
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A Grebe And A Coot – What’s Going On Here?
Sometimes in the heat of the moment I get a shot that’s just a little bit different. Maybe even a whole lot different…
A PB Grebe Behavior Explosion On The Farmington 4-Way Pond
These grebes are typically pretty lethargic this time of year but on this morning things went a little nuts for a few minutes.
Two Years Ago Today – Damn, It Was Cold!
My images can be similar to a weather diary and our recent unseasonably warm temperatures made me curious about the weather on this date in previous years so I did some image research.
A Gray Ghost And The Convoluted Path To The Choice Of A Blog Post Subject
This is how my blog post subjects sometimes originate – out of the deep blue sky and from a completely unexpected source.
Northern Harrier Hunting Goose Egg Island
Northern Harriers often hunt the perimeter of Goose Egg Island (really only a hill and no longer an island) at Farmington Bay MBA, particularly its northern side along the creek.
Male American Kestrel – A Champion Poser
This male American Kestrel was such an enthusiastic poser that he performed for me for over six minutes.
White-crowned Sparrows – Juvenile and Adult (some in the snow)
White-crowned Sparrows are often described as “elegant”, especially as adults and I would have to agree.
Northern Harriers In Flight – Where Do Those Long Legs And Feet Go?
Northern Harriers perform a pretty neat trick with their unusually long, slender legs and feet while they’re in flight.
Male American Kestrel (and a meadowlark with a death wish)
After all the time I’ve spent in the field watching and photographing birds and their behaviors I still occasionally see something that surprises me.
American Pipits At Farmington
I’ve seen far more American Pipits migrating through northern Utah this fall than I’ve ever seen before. I hope that’s a sign they had a highly successful breeding season up north this past summer.