The world’s 28 Ibis species form the bulk of the family Threskiornithidae (Ibises and Spoonbills), and comprise an interesting group of long-legged, long-beaked, wetland, grassland and forest species. Some are on the brink of extinction (for example Crested, Sao Tome and Giant Ibis), yet others have taken to the modified human world and adapted to […]
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
I may have temporarily blinded myself at some point taking photos of this cutie, but it was worth it. He was pretty geared in on eating and paid no heed to me. I like when that happens. I also like his tree art. Jill Wussow Photography
Bluethroat
End of March the Bluethroats are returning to the reed fields from their wintering sites. Males arrive first and start to build their territory by singing from high positions.
Turkey Vultures (Cathartes aura)
Turkey Vultures Cathartes aura are fascinating and important birds of prey. They purify our world and should be held in high esteem or at least respected by all humans. A keen sense of smell aids these raptors of the dead in finding carrion from miles away. I am in awe of this magnificent Turkey Vulture, […]
Spring in Northants 1
Spring has been a stuttering, stammering thing this year – a bit like my attempts to start posting here. But now I think spring has actually properly arrived and I’ll be keeping you posted on its progress through this blog. I live in Northamptonshire in the UK. We’re about 50 miles north of London – […]
A Visit From A Peregrine Falcon
Peregrine Falcon (Falcon peregrinus) photos by Larry Jordan Recently I had a photo blind reserved at Delevan National Wildlife Refuge, part of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex. When I arrived at the blind about an hour before dawn, as is required, I was not too excited. As the sun rose above the Sierra Nevada […]
Louisiana Waterthrush, Parkesia motacilla
The first Louisiana waterthrush of the spring appeared in Central Park in New York City last week. The Louisiana waterthrush is one of the first warblers to appear in the park during each spring migration. The bird was famous for a few days as local birdwatchers came out to look at it and to enjoy […]
Noir Delights
A bee peers out from a noir mystery, listening for her Queen, still tempted by the dark delights in the garden. • Honey bee | Apis mellifera