The business end of a raptor
From the smallest falcon to the biggest eagle, raptors are fierce and aggressive predators. Their weapon of choice, their talons, are able to put a vise-like grip on their prey,…
Wary Coyote keeps watch as it heads back to its hiding place
This good-looking creature was on the prowl early one morning this past weekend in an open field. It didn’t seem to mind my presence as I came to a stop…
White-tailed deer doe steps into the light
This pretty lady and a few of her friends were hanging out in a stand of trees but the deep, early morning shadows was preventing a decent picture. Thankfully she…
Barn Owl makes some noise
These guys definitely don't make the traditional 'hoot' that some owls are known to do. Instead, they make this raspy, eerie sound that almost sounds like a scream. Very weird.…
Flying beauty for Freedom Friday
I was fortunate enough to spend some quality time with this pretty lady and her mate as they kept watch over the park this past weekend. They were quite content…
Shadow? What shadow? We’re still buried under the snow!
So Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning which means six more weeks of winter. His cousins here in the Rocky Mountains probably are less than thrilled to hear that…