There have been some surprising new developments among Union Bay Osprey. I hope you enjoy the updates at:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
Osprey – Hope
Counting Eaglets
On the other hand, we earth-bound creatures must peer through the leaves and the shadows and take our best guess concerning the number of eaglets in the nest. (Luckily, it is a short walk to Montlake Cut.) Learn more in this week’s post on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
Ducklings First
The beauty of a prospective mate may be a female Wood Duck’s top priority in January. However, by May things have definitely changed! More at:
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Larry
A Curious Corvid
This week’s post covers a curious interaction between a Crow and a Garter Snake. It did not turn out as I expected. More on:
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Larry
Growing Up Fast
Growing up can be challenging whether you are a human or a Cooper’s Hawk. Sometimes circumstances force us to mature a bit early. Is this young bird, who we call Percy, up to the challenge? More on:
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Larry
The Circle of Life
This week’s post is a who-done-it? Read the story and see if we both come to the same conclusion. Click on:
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Larry
The Hidden lives of Herons
This week’s post contrasts the early-season nesting behavior of our local Great Blue Herons with our Bald Eagles. Hopefully, my photos and descriptions help to shed some light on these somewhat obscure avian activities. These were first time observations for me. More at:
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Larry
Eagle Roles
Do Monty and Marsha have eggs in their new nest? Evaluate my assumptions and see the supporting photos in this week’s post on:
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Larry
The Mythical Raven
Did you get to see the Raven’s in the Arboretum this week? If not you may want to check out this week’s post. Not only are there recent Raven photos, but there are also key comparisons showing the differences between Ravens and Crows. At:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
A Quizzical Look
Does the asymmetry in this owl’s facial features allow us to uniquely identify this individual bird? Can you guess which predatory bird eats Barred Owls and was seen in the Arboretum this year? Answers and more in this weeks post on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry