Have you ever seen an American Bittern? They are not easy to spot. I was aware of their penchant for standing in dry reeds with beak pointing upwards (and even swaying "in the wind") but I had never seen it in real life until a couple of week-ends ago. I managed to get a few shots. There was one where the bird was quite "invisible" but I thought this one was a better choice for the blog.
By the way, they also have an amazing call which to me sounds like a loud and deep "glug, glug". I saw this one doing it and it is interesting to watch as well as to hear because the bird inflates its throat to make the noise.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Monday, May 23, 2011
A photographic long week-end
Once again I am making a "lazy" post by just putting up some recent photos! In any event I hope they convey a sense of the spring treasures that I came across this lovely long week-end.
Male Yellow Warbler
Jack-in-the-pulpit
Male Yellow Warbler
Jack-in-the-pulpit
Monday, May 16, 2011
Green Heron
Monday, May 2, 2011
A couple of critters and lots of spring wildflowers
What could be better than a beautiful week-end in Spring? I took advantage of the fine weather to check out my favorite wildflower area in a local nature park and I wasn't disappointed! The abundance of flowers and the interesting variety made the place a true treasure trove. The addition of a cute Red Squirrel and a "just as cute" Garter Snake made the experience even more special.
Red Squirrel
Garter Snake
Bloodroot
Hepatica
Red Squirrel
Garter Snake
Bloodroot
Hepatica
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