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Tag: Flying

April 4, 2014
Chris Jackson's DFW Urban Wildlife

Greater White-fronted Goose – Over JBS

These Greater White-fronted Geese were observed as they flew over the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center in Seagoville, Texas. These birds are not often seen […]

February 26, 2014
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Crested Caracara – Introductions

Historically, Crested Caracaras have been relegated to southern portions of the state, and as such they were thought to be rare visitors to north central […]

February 25, 2014
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White Ibis – Winter Surprise

I want to apologize in advance for the quality of the following pictures. This is what happens when you see a bird in winter that […]

January 31, 2014
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Turkey Vulture – The Roost Run

I photographed these Turkey Vultures late one afternoon as they came into roost. The vultures were landing on top of Lewisville Lake dam, which seems […]

December 20, 2013
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Blue-winged Teal – Skyful

The sky was full of Blue-winged Teal this past October. Flock after flock flew over our position on this late afternoon. Some groups contained dozens […]

December 18, 2013
Chris Jackson's DFW Urban Wildlife

Great Blue Heron – Silhouette

Great Blue Herons were active right up until nightfall on this beautiful October evening. In the pictures below you will see a lone heron making […]

December 18, 2013
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Greater White-fronted Goose – Flyby

Sometimes there is only the time and opportunity for a quick, “documentary” type photograph. That was the case when these high flying geese appeared over […]

December 13, 2013
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Osprey – Tiny

I was on the way back to my car after a long morning hike when I noticed an unusual looking bird flying high in the […]

December 5, 2013
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Red-tailed Hawk – Overcast

Red-tailed Hawks are the most commonly observed birds of prey in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. They have adapted very well to urban living, and are […]

October 2, 2013
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Mississippi Kite – Kettles

Mississippi Kites are some of my favorite birds. The uniform slate gray coloration and sleek form of the adult reminds me of a jet fighter […]

September 7, 2013
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Black-necked Stilt – In Flight

A Black-necked Stilt in flight over a small lake in Hutchins, Texas. Observation Details County – Dallas City – Hutchins Date – Jul 27, 2013 […]

August 26, 2013
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Swallow-tailed Kite – Wonderful!

This observation required a trip to far southeast Dallas County. I picked up on a sighting of a Swallow-tailed Kite from a posting on the […]

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Local Forcast

Dallas, Texas
February 3, 2023, 8:19 am
Sunny
NNW
Sunny
30°F
4 m/s
real feel: 22°F
current pressure: 31 in
humidity: 92%
wind speed: 4 m/s NNW
wind gusts: 4 m/s
sunrise: 7:21 am
sunset: 6:01 pm
© 2023 AccuWeather, Inc.
Forecast February 3, 2023
day
Sunny
Sunny
51°F
wind speed: 2 m/s NE
wind gusts: 4 m/s
night
Mostly clear
Mostly clear
32°F
wind speed: 3 m/s S
wind gusts: 4 m/s
 

Share Your Interest

North Central Texas Wildlife

Would you like to share your own Dallas/Fort Worth area urban wildlife observations? We recommend joining the North Central Texas Wildlife Facebook Group. Fun and spontaneous, there are lot's of wonderful wildlife observations and excellent photographs posted to this group everyday. I know the other members would love to see what you have to contribute as well!

Click here to give them a visit!

Local Forcast

Dallas, Texas
February 3, 2023, 8:19 am
Sunny
NNW
Sunny
30°F
4 m/s
real feel: 22°F
current pressure: 31 in
humidity: 92%
wind speed: 4 m/s NNW
wind gusts: 4 m/s
sunrise: 7:21 am
sunset: 6:01 pm
© 2023 AccuWeather, Inc.
Forecast February 3, 2023
day
Sunny
Sunny
51°F
wind speed: 2 m/s NE
wind gusts: 4 m/s
night
Mostly clear
Mostly clear
32°F
wind speed: 3 m/s S
wind gusts: 4 m/s
 
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