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Inspired by Dogs & Nature
I came upon this Dragonfly perched on a dry stem. I believe this is a Widow Skimmer. As I focused my lens and snapped, he slowly rotated around the reed, showing me all his sides.
DON’T YOU HATE when you get something stuck to your tongue? This handsome Red-winged Blackbird was in that same predicament. Image #3 is the real evidence of this bird’s uncomfortable situation. Then, just like us he had to try to root it out with… Continue Reading “Got something stuck to your tongue?”
This pair of House Wrens seems to be building a new nest in the box that is hung on an old utility pole near the old bar. Typically, it’s impossible to tell the male and female apart, as the species is not sexually dimorphic.… Continue Reading “A Couple of Wrens”
Jutting out to the west of our pond there is a small inlet where cattails grow and late summer weather often shrinks the water to a measly soggy puddle. At the corner where that inlet joins the larger pond, there’s a tree. It’s one… Continue Reading “The Branch”
The standard sources for wild bird information describe the Great Crested Flycatcher as a common species. During the breeding season, you can find them in much of the USA. Yet, their lifestyle can make them a challenge to spot. These larger flycatchers live in… Continue Reading “The Great Crested Flycatcher”
I was fortunate to catch a glimpse of this Indigo Bunting as it landed on a fence wire and began to nibble on the pedals of the red clover that grows in a hay field. I suspect the blooms are quite sweet, based on… Continue Reading “BLUE”
I captured this Eastern Meadowlark yesterday and thought it looked like it was making a serious proclamation. Happy Independence Day to my American followers. Take a moment to remember the reason for this holiday isn’t all about hotdogs and fireworks.
It’s not that I wouldn’t love to film a Field Sparrow any time I had the chance. They are lovely birds. The reality is that, as a species that loves to hang out in in thick hedgerows alongside open fields, they are pretty elusive,… Continue Reading “Hey! What About Me?”
Poor baby raccoon. His condition isn’t funny, but I have tried to instill some levity in the situation! The outrageously engorged tick in his ear can’t be comfortable. This little one sauntered by as I was filming some bluebirds. I was able to witness… Continue Reading “Earbuds???”
