Red-shouldered Hawk

May 20, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
While driving around Moraine View State Park tonight, I was rewarded with this beautiful Red-shouldered Hawk perched in a tree. I got several good poses, but I wanted to start with this intimidating stare it was giving me.
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Common Yellowthroat

May 19, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
I spotted this Common Yellowthroat posing on this driftwood along the Kickapoo Creek. The dense canopy of trees blocks most of the light, except for just enough leaking through the trees, which gives almost a studio lighting effect.
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Blue Grosbeaks

May 18, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
I was happy to see a couple of Blue Grosbeaks at Schroeder Nature Preserve last weekend. I really enjoy watching these birds as their beautiful colors dart across the fields. I hope they stick around so I can continue to see them this summer.
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Carolina Wren - Defending the Nest

May 17, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
Much respect to this Carolina Wren protecting the nest. The strong stance, the call, and the proud sense of duty this little bird demonstrated made it clear to all to stay back. What a proud and boisterous little bird!
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Fledgling Carolina Wren

May 17, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
How stinking adorable is this little fledgling Carolina Wren? He might just be my new spirit animal. I’ve decided to call him Pip.
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