Heron on ice
I am sure this Great Blue Heron would have preferred the water not being quite so ‘solid.’ It is pretty tough to fish through that ice. ;-) These guys do…
High country giant takes a break
One for Wapiti Wednesday. With his harem under control and somewhat boxed in, this massive elk bull was able to lie down and take a much-needed break this past fall.…
Snowy egret hanging out on the shoreline
A bit of a throwback image to last May. These birds are simply gorgeous with their all-white plumage. They are pretty skittish so I don't normally get decent captures of…
Young mule deer buck keeps watch on predators
I happened across this handsome, young fellow recently. I found it interesting that he payed me absolutely no attention, not even a glance. Instead, he stood motionless, focused on a…
“Be careful with that thing or you’ll poke an eye out.”
As many times as I see raptors do this, I really don't know how the heck they don't hurt themselves. Those talons are so sharp and clearly meant for killing…
Coyote on the hunt following a winter snow
The morning after a snowstorm always seems to be a great time for wildlife viewing. The critters seem to revel in the cold and with the snow on the ground,…