Hawks and Fall Migration, Point Reyes National Seashore
When fall comes around and I think of Point Reyes, two things come to mind — the elk rut and the hawk migration. This red-tail let me get fairly close.
Bald Eagle, Alaska
The annual Bald Eagle Festival in Haines, Alaska, was held last weekend. I meant to post this photo to recognize the festival a few days ago. However, problems in getting a new work station running threw me off track. A data drive failed almost immediately and, on top of that, the Windows 7 operating system was corrupted. Hopefully, it will be smooth sailing from now on. The new computer is much faster than the old one and the new 24″ EIZO monitor is a big improvement over the old monitor.
Coyote, Point Reyes National Seashore
I spotted this coyote on my last visit to Point Reyes. Until I saw him, it had been quite a while since I last saw one there.
Bobcat, Marin County, California
I spotted this bobcat on the way to Point Reyes earlier this month. It may be the same one I photographed in August.
Our Nation’s Symbol
After I posted the photo of the three eagles on September 11 I thought of another photo I took a couple of years ago. To me, it epitomizes what a bald eagle should look like as our Nation’s symbol. I’m thankful that I’m not posting a photo of a turkey at this point.
In Memory of September 11, 2001
In memory of the tragic events that occurred nine years ago. May nothing like that ever happen again.
Hummers Are Amazing
I find hummers to be amazing birds because of their size, speed and maneuverability. According to Hummingbird World, their nests are about the size of half of an English walnut shell. The outer part of their nests is made up of moss and plant fibers. Sometimes it is shingled with lichen. The rest is comprised of plant down and spider web material. Eggs measure one-half inch in length.
