Osprey return to Colorado, immediately begin home repairs
They are back! One of my favorite seasonal visitors has returned. Yesterday, a pair was re-establishing their homes in the foothills, busily working on their nest that had been severely…
Great horned owl parents standing watch
On a check of my local owl nest a few days ago, I was happy to get a glimpse of mama owl snug in the tree cavity while dad kept…
Bald eagle departs the family home
With his egg sitting duties over for now, a male bald eagle takes flight. From my visit with my favorite local power couple a few weeks ago. Dad was initially…
Northern flickers put on a feathery display
I took a day off yesterday to get caught up on a few things at home but before that, I ventured out to one of my favorite local open spaces…
Even bison have to scratch itches
It is common to see bison scratch themselves on trees, posts, rocks and anything else they can rub against. When those aren’t available, there are alternatives. Just like a dog…
Moose bull poses in the willows
Going back to last July for this image of a handsome moose in Wyoming. He was one of four bulls hanging out in that spot, all quite large and just…