I think the last bird needs a little more “flying in formation” practice.
Tag Archives: Birds
Eagle eye in the sky
Angry bird
While hiking at Cherokee Marsh, I came across a red-winged blackbird who was looking after the fledglings in his nest nearby. He was NOT happy I was around. Those birds have no fear, and will attack ANYTHING that threatens their nest.
I tried to capture him in flight as he kept dive bombing, while at the same time protecting my head from his attacks. Above is a composite of three of those photos.
Flight of the robin
At a local park today, there were quite a few robins hunting for worms in the grass. I spent about 15 minutes trying to get close, and capture a photo at the moment they flew away. Though a bit out of focus, this was the best shot I got.
Like ducks to (cold) water
It seems the phrase “like a duck to water” is appropriate during the bitter cold too.
Just as long as they can still find some open water.
Indigo bunting
Soaring turkey vultures
I saw a lot of turkey vultures at Wyalusing. They’re large birds, with wingspans up to 6 feet.
Spring robin
Hawk at Olbrich
I went to Olbrich Gardens yesterday to find some proof that spring was actually happening (more on that later). First thing I saw was this hawk, hanging around one of the ponds.
There were quite a few people around, watching. I was amazed how close she was letting us get — hawks usually aren’t this tame.
Eagle watching
I went eagle watching along the Wisconsin River today.
I had no idea the jet was in the frame with the above bald eagle, until I got home.