The Red Eye Flight

On March 3, 2016March 2, 2016 By Mike and Christy32 Comments

A Black Crowned Night Heron with the reddest eye I have seen on one of these guys takes flight over Arapahoe National Wildlife Refuge, Walden, CO.

At rest

On March 2, 2016March 1, 2016 By Mike and Christy26 Comments

A Northern Rough Winged Swallow settles down next to a Barn Swallow for a much needed rest after buzzing about trying to catch some early season insects hatching on a small pond.

Last of the day

On March 1, 2016 By Mike and Christy9 Comments

We spotted this Belted Kingfisher catching the last rays of late February sunlight as we were near the end of an afternoon walk. We regularly see a Kingfisher along this stretch of the river but it is very mindful of our presence and usually keeps just out of photo range. This day we were able to get a step closer but just barley close enough for a photo. Clear Creek, Denver CO.

First Finch

On February 27, 2016February 27, 2016 By Mike and Christy16 Comments

It may be close to March but it feels like mid-to-late April. The tulips are pushing up leaves before the crocus have bloomed and the Finches have displaced the Junco and Chickadee in the trees round the neighborhood.

Western Scrub Jay

On February 26, 2016February 25, 2016 By Mike and Christy30 Comments

Blue blue sky and a bright blue bird. Western Scrub Jay keeping a watchful eye on us as enjoyed an afternoon snack.

Fast Forward

On February 24, 2016 By Mike and Christy10 Comments

Although it might be several months before we see an American Avocet it sure feels like their arrival is right around the corner. February this year has felt more like late spring than late winter.

American Avocet photographed at Arapahoe National Wildlife refuge. Near Walden, CO.

Cinnamon

On February 22, 2016 By Mike and Christy14 Comments

A male Cinnamon Teal strutting his stuff on the edge of the pond and looking like a million bucks. Ladies Beware.

Photographed near Walden, CO.

Ice Capades

On February 21, 2016February 21, 2016 By Mike and Christy19 Comments

Ice Capades

Last weekend we watched numerous crows scooting, slipping and sliding around on the frozen lake ice looking for food. They kept cawing to each other and it sure looked like they were having a great time.