Why Do Birds Follow And Sit On Bison?
Last summer, my mother and I were taking a drive around Antelope Island to look for birds when we crossed paths with a very interesting sight, one I had never…
We Often Forget Just How Big The American White Pelican Really Is
Have you ever been really close, I mean extremely close to an American white pelican? I have and it was an eye-opening experience when you get to appreciate just how…
What Should We Do When We Find A Leg-Banded Wild Bird?
It's not as uncommon as we might think, at least from my own birdwatching experience I would say. What I am referring to is finding a wild bird with some…
A Bird Photographer’s Obsession With A Gull On A Pole
I'll admit I am not very well versed in gulls with regards to identification, simple biology, or even just good old-fashioned basic birdwatching knowledge. In fact, I will go as…
The Ring-necked Pheasant
Yesterday, I was asked by a newspaper reporter what is it about bird watching that is just so darn interesting to me and, truthfully, I had to think about that…
American Kestrel Nesting Boxes Will Soon Be Part Of The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Landscape
I have some great news regarding an earlier blog post where I proposed American kestrel nesting boxes should be installed on parts of the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, namely…
What Do Red-winged Blackbirds Eat During Winter?
It's been a while since I've photographed or even mentioned the red-winged blackbird so today's blog post is dedicated to them, one of my favorite subjects ever to sit and…
How A Local Eagle Scout And A Multi-State Power Company Teamed Up To Help Nesting Great Blue Herons Thrive For Many Years To Come
When you think of likely partners in wildlife conservation, it's not commonly thought of that a 17-year-old boy scout and a large multi-state power company would find each other let…
Do Birds Really Have Three Eyelids?
Last week, when I was watching a pair of sandhill cranes feeding just a few short yards from the roadway at Farmington Bay WMA I was reminded of an interesting…
Where Do Great Horned Owls Nest?
If you were to ask me what bird I love seeing in my backyard more than any other, without any hesitation I would say the great horned owl. Over the…
Trumpeter Swans Migrating Through The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
As I was driving around the farms and countryside near the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge this afternoon, I came across a flock of swans in a cornfield. After a…
Keep A Lookout For Bald Eagles, They Are Showing Up In Utah For The Winter
Yes, it is that time again, the part of the year when bald eagles start to arrive here in Utah for the winter. Utah has some pretty good winter habitat…
Does The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Need A Great Blue Heron Rookery?
When it comes to nature, I am all in with regards to trying to educate and encourage people to get out and experience the natural world around us. The reason…
How A USU Ph.D. Student Is Studying Pelicans With Satellite Transmitters
For as long as I've been interested in birds, a period spanning well over 4 decades, the American white pelican has grabbed hold of my heart and hasn't let go…
Burrowing Owls Using Artificial Nests On Antelope Island
Burrowing owls, you got to love them, right? I sure do and that is why I spend countless hours each year photographing and just plain watching them whenever and wherever…