If you’re a migrating tundra swan, Lake Monona is pretty good spot to rest and stretch your wings.

These sandhill cranes were kind enough to pause for a portrait.

Wild turkey, foraging for food.

A common loon and her chick. This was the best wildlife sighting I had on my camping trip (though admittedly, the photos aren’t the best).

This red-winged blackbird looked like he was straining with all his might, to sing out his morning call.

Baltimore oriole, singing the song of his people from high in the treetops.

A cooper’s hawk stopped by for a look around the neighborhood.