Out and about east of Denver yesterday morning and as always, the hawks were plentiful. These female Swainson’s Hawk was kind enough to provide me with a very nice flyby.
Swainson’s Hawk flyby
Young bald eagle flyby
This young bald eagle took flight in Adams County, Colorado on May 13, 2014. It is the 238th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America. It seems fitting to share pictures of our majestic national emblem on this auspicious occasion and I will do so a few times through the day today. Happy birthday, America!
Burrowing Owl owlet stands at attention
Finally! It took some rather stealthy work but I was finally able to get some decent pics of burrowing owls. These were found north of Denver International Airport. Two owlets were seen – the parents must have been napping in their burrows. Will try tomorrow to see if I can get the whole clan.
Can I help you?
A burrowing owl seems a bit annoyed with a neighboring prairie dog. Taken this evening at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge. The burrowing owls are my latest obsession and I am getting frustrated. They are very, very difficult to find and notoriously shy not letting you get anywhere near close before heading into their holes. This will be my mission this weekend. 😉
Wile E Coyote on the prowl
A coyote this week gave me some decent looks just outside of the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge.
Bald eagle flyby
It’s been a little while since I posted an #eagle shot. Here is another one of the many I took of this gorgeous one on Colorado’s eastern plains a couple weeks ago.
High country flowers
I have no idea what kind of flowers these are but they sure were pretty. Found them at an altitude of about 9,000 feet at Mueller State Park, Colorado.
Editor’s note, 7/7/14: I was informed on my Facebook page the flowers are Golden Banner.
Curious squirrel
I spent the weekend in the Colorado mountains but found little of interest in the way of wildlife other than this little guy. I think he was expecting a handout so was more than willing to stay low in the tree and let me take pictures.
Bald eagle soars with the clouds
Another shot of the bald eagle I took so many pictures of last week. On the last day of my vacation in northeastern Colorado, this majestic bird gave me a picture perfect flyby, as if to bid me farewell.
American White Pelican flyover
Another shot from the Colorado plains from last week. This very large bird provided a great subject, especially with the clear, blue skies. These birds are one of the biggest in North America with wingspans that can reach up to 10 feet across and lengths approaching 6 feet. They can appear a bit gangly and awkward but are in fact beautiful fliers. You can read more about them here: http://bit.ly/1nHibTT
