The American Coot Is One Fierce Bird During Breeding Season
I will be the first to admit that when I go bird watching in a wetland, the American coot isn't a bird that easily grabs my attention- well, until last…
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…
The Sweet Song Of The Western Meadowlark
When it comes to the soothing sounds of nature, and trust me, there are indeed plenty to choose from, nothing beats the melodic overture of a western meadowlark singing on…
The Cooper’s Hawk, A Forest Raptor That Can Actually Thrive In The City
As I headed out the door this morning, a male cooper's hawk caught my attention as it squawked a bit from its perch high up in one of my large…
The Life Of A Coyote On Antelope Island Isn’t Always An Easy One
I know this is mainly a blog about birds, but bear with me and let's talk about the coyote for a minute, more precisely, the coyotes on Antelope Island. There…
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…
A Proposal For The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge To Put Up Some American Kestrel Boxes
Getting right to it, I have a proposal for the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, and it stems from something that occurred to me this very day as I was…
The Burrowing Owls Have Returned To Antelope Island
When I headed out to Antelope Island this afternoon, I honestly wasn't thinking of burrowing owls, as I just had one thing and one thing only on my mind: sunsets.…
I Love It When I Cross Paths With A Friend While Out Bird Watching
A big part of the enjoyment of bird watching is making friends, lots and lots of friends who love birds. Over the years, I have made numerous friends while out…
It’s Only February, And My Mind Is Already Thinking Of Mountains, Wildflowers, And, Of Course, Butterflies
Thanks to several days of abnormally warm February weather last week and a couple of very out-of-season butterfly sightings at Farmington Bay, my mind has now started to wander towards,…
Hiking Antelope Island’s Lakeside Trail Just Before Sunset Can Be Quite Spectacular
In addition to my passion for bird watching, I love to hike and explore the outdoors. I also love a great sunset, so when the two come together, it can…
How HawkWatch International’s Banding Efforts Are Helping Us Better Understand The American Kestrel
For as long as I can remember, I've had a great love for nature, especially for birds. Case in point, it has been over 40 years now since my dad…
I Came For The Birds But Stayed For The Bison Bulls
Oh, how I love nature, especially when I get the opportunity to photograph and show others via this blog just how interesting it can be, in hopes that other people…
Crows Are Certainly One Intelligent Bird For Sure
It has been said that crows are one of the most intelligent birds in nature, and from a recent observation of them in my yard, I will wholeheartedly agree. Last…
What Is Going On With Bird Migration This Winter?
The miracle of bird migration is arguably one of the greatest wonders of nature and a most fascinating part of bird life that seems to be constantly changing as time…
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