Why Do Barn Swallows Dive At You?
If you have barn swallows in the yard each summer, you’ve probably experienced a time or two when they dive-bomb you as you walk around… Read More »Why Do Barn Swallows Dive At You?
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Viewing Wildlife On Antelope Island
For anybody that loves the outdoors as much as I do, Antelope Island State Park is a treasure trove of natural wonders, especially when it… Read More »Viewing Wildlife On Antelope Island
What Birds Are At The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Quietly nestled in Box Elder County, Utah, the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge is nationally known for its offering of unique and oftentimes unforgettable experiences… Read More »What Birds Are At The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Owls In Utah
Sitting here at my desk on this cold, cloudy November morning, I find myself a little bit distracted from my writing duties. You see, not… Read More »Owls In Utah
Do Falcons Attack Great Blue Herons?
Although it is uncommon, maybe even rare, some falcons will indeed attack the much larger great blue heron. Over the years, I have personally witnessed… Read More »Do Falcons Attack Great Blue Herons?
What Does A Tundra Swan Eat?
It might seem like a simple question to ask regarding what does a tundra swan eat, but the answer does, indeed, have implications on their… Read More »What Does A Tundra Swan Eat?
Thousands Of Snow Geese Migrate Through Box Elder County
This will be a short blog post to update those of you interested in seeing the thousands of snow geese that migrate through northern Utah,… Read More »Thousands Of Snow Geese Migrate Through Box Elder County
Thousands Of Snow Geese Migrate Through Northern Utah
Early one morning about 12 years ago or so, I was awakened by a flock of low flying geese taking their flight path right over… Read More »Thousands Of Snow Geese Migrate Through Northern Utah
What Do American Kestrels Eat During Winter?
Each day as I drive the 12-mile stretch of road between the Bear River Migratory bird Refuge visitors center and the auto tour route, I… Read More »What Do American Kestrels Eat During Winter?
Thousands Of Tundra Swans Migrate Into Utah
Each year, thousands of tundra swans migrate into Utah. This happens not once but twice per year as these majestic birds migrate to and from… Read More »Thousands Of Tundra Swans Migrate Into Utah
Rough-legged Hawks Return To Utah
It’s a little early, quite a bit early, in fact, but the rough-legged hawk has once again returned to Utah for the winter season. Each… Read More »Rough-legged Hawks Return To Utah
Portrait Of A Northern Harrier
When it comes to bird photography, each of us has a species or two categorized in our own minds as, to put it bluntly, a… Read More »Portrait Of A Northern Harrier
How A Brown Pelican Kept Me From Giving Up On Blogging
I have been frustrated with blogging for a while now. This frustration comes from how the blogoshpere has seemingly evolved and changed into solely a… Read More »How A Brown Pelican Kept Me From Giving Up On Blogging
Rare Sighting: A Brown Pelican On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
If you are like me, an avid bird watcher, you get excited when news of an unusual bird in the area is posted. This kind… Read More »Rare Sighting: A Brown Pelican On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Photographing The American Avocet On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
The American avocet is a summer staple for the avid bird watcher and photographer on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. I can attest to… Read More »Photographing The American Avocet On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge