Noisemaker of the Great Plains
The cool looking but very noisy killdeer. Somehow, someone decided that the sound this bird makes sounds like "kill deer." I dunno. I have tried to hear that but I…
The Milky Way rises over the forest
Clear skies and getting away from city lights allowed me to get out and shoot the stars this past Monday. It was, as always, amazing to me to see how…
Hovering hummingbird
On our trip to Colorado's high country last week I had hoped to entice some of these fast movers in for some pics. I didn't have that much luck and…
Red fox vixen joins the photographer on the sidewalk
What a treat and a very pleasant surprise and a great shot for #FoxFriday. Taken a few weeks ago, I was sitting on my perch on a sidewalk watching this…
Storms over the Collegiate Peaks
I am back from some much needed R & R in San Isabel National Forest overlooking Buena Vista, Colorado. I didn't take many pics as family and relaxation were higher…
Swainson’s hawk struggles to stay awake
Being a new parent is a struggle. Sleep is a rarity and it is just a lot of work. It certainly appeared its new role as a father was taking…