Caspian Tern

Posted on September 26, 2013 by admin

While I occasionally see Caspian terns at Clinton Lake at this time of year, I have never been privileged to get such a long look. This one kept coming back to the same spot and watching him/her dive head first into the water was just pretty darn amazing. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Eagles everywhere

Posted on January 24, 2013 by admin

I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many bald eagles around Lawrence as I have this winter. I imagine it has something to do with very low temperatures in the north. Whatever the reason, I am enjoying watching them. Yesterday, they seemed to be on every tree at the lake. I witnessed some courting (locking talons and spinning downward). I saw a couple exchanging fish while in flight, which I think is also courting. I also saw an interesting game of “keep away” that involved nine eagles. While I do not know what they are thinking and communicating, I cannot describe this as anything other than play and it is wonderful to witness. Click on pictures to enlarge.

A morning of little birds

Posted on August 20, 2012 by admin

I went looking for warblers this morning and was rewarded with a Prothonotary. What cuties they are. There were several of them working the trees. I also saw quite a few of the little gnat catchers and a host of young barn and tree swallows. The weather was amazing. What a nice morning to sneak out. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Fawns!

Posted on July 31, 2012 by admin

It’s always a treat to get to see fawns with their parents. I usually do not see many still with their spots. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Eastern Kingbird

Posted on June 28, 2012 by admin

He was very busy catching insects for a little one, but stopped to see what I was up to. Click on pictures to enlarge.

A great morning for birds

Posted on June 22, 2012 by admin

I spent a few hours at the Wakarusa Wetlands and Clinton Lake this morning. Much activity! Click on pictures to enlarge.

Red-tailed hawks

Posted on May 24, 2012 by admin

Their beautiful soaring and thoughtful faces are always welcome. Check out the red-tailed hawk nest cam at Cornell for amazing looks at Big Red, Ezra and their three little ones. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Between storms

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

It was a great morning to be out. I was able to spend some time at both the Wakarusa Wetlands and Clinton Lake before getting rained out. Click on pictures to enlarge.

Wakarusa Wetlands and Clinton Lake

Posted on March 13, 2012 by admin

This warm weather is incredible–and a bit scary. Who knows what is in store for us this spring. There is a lot of activity at both the Wakarusa Wetlands and Clinton Lake. Eastern Phoebes and tree swallows are here, a bit early. I looked everywhere for ospreys today, but no luck. I did see quite a few turtles and heard many frogs. Gulls were coming over in abundance and the geese are guarding potential nesting sites.

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The sunrises at the Wakarusa Wetlands have been spectacular.

More fall wanderings

Posted on November 29, 2011 by admin

While I wish more people would enjoy the wonderful places around us, the great thing about this time of year for me is having most of these places to myself. 🙂 Click on pictures to enlarge.

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