This is a first for me. I had never seen a Northern Harrier before this encounter. I observed this bird as I pulled into McInnish […]
Pied-billed Grebe – More than a Mouthful
I observed this Pied-billed Grebe on a small lake in Carrollton’s McInnish Park. The grebe dove and submerged as I approached, giving me the impression […]
Eastern Cottontail – Grade School
These three Eastern Cottontails were photographed on the grounds of the Homestead Elementary School in Carrollton, Texas. Each of the rabbits were involved in a […]
Cedar Waxwings – First of the Season
This large congregation of Cedar Waxwings is the first observed group this winter. They were gathered in a large tree, and were vocalizing softly in […]
Eastern Bluebird – Rare Encounter
We don’t see many Eastern Bluebird around here. This one was a rare treat. She was spotted flying from tree to tree near the Trinity […]
Common Nighthawk – Company
Common Nighthawks are usually observed at night. They can often be seen (and heard) flying above lighted parking lots. Every once in a while you […]
Fox Squirrel – Half-hearted
As we approached this Fox Squirrel he made a comically half-hearted attempt to conceal himself behind a branch. The squirrel quickly lost interest in hiding […]
Canada Goose – A Day at the Park
This relative large congregation of Canada Geese was observed at Ken Good Park in Carrollton, Texas. The geese were mostly gathered along the western bank […]
American Robin – Handsome
This handsome American Robin was only one of a much larger congregation. The group of around a dozen birds was foraging in the short grass […]
Eastern Cottontail – Snow Prints
It does not snow often in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, but when it does you can sometime gain insight into the type and quantity of […]
Gadwall – Bath Time
This video is of a female Gadwall splashing and bathing. There is a second Gadwall off camera doing likewise. The second duck can be heard […]
Norther Shoveler – Reflected Proboscis
Northern Shovelers have large bills compare to other ducks. The image reflected in the water produces an optical illusion that creates the impression of an […]