Spotted these sandhill cranes on a quiet day at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center.
Tag Archives: Birds
Bottoms up!
Proud cardinal
Caught this northern cardinal proudly singing away and claiming his territory. Another welcome sign of spring.
Bald eagle commute
A photograph I did not take, of a bald eagle flying 20 feet above the Yahara River in Tenney Park.
I spotted the eagle while I was inching along in the middle of heavy traffic on my morning commute. With the lakes frozen, I assumed the eagle was looking for a meal in the still-flowing river. I was so tempted to turn off, park the car, and spend some time wildlife watching. But you’ve got to pay the bills, so I continued on to work. I wonder if anyone else stuck in traffic noticed the majestic raptor in the middle of the city?
Late December flight
Bitter cold temperatures have finally convinced these geese to head south.
Turkey vultures
The number of turkey vultures you see riding the thermals around Wyalusing can be pretty incredible. I caught this one giving me the side-eye, as it flew overhead.
Canada goose
Tree swallow
Like a jet fighter, poised for takeoff.
Mourning dove
Today’s edition of “Well, what are YOU looking at?”
Turkey new year
These turkeys seemed a bit wary about the new year. Can’t say I blame them.