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:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
A Curious Corvid
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:
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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:
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Larry
Wood Duck Season
Spring is almost here and our local birds appear to be ready to go. This week’s post takes a look at Wood Ducks in Spring, and in the other seasons. Can you match the photos to the proper season? Find out at:
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Larry
Our All Weather Bird
Which of our local birds would you choose as being best able to handle extended cold weather? Make your selection and then visit:
…to see if we agree.
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature thrives in the city!
Larry
Precarious
Monty and Marsha are making a second effort at building an Eagle’s nest. Is it an improvement? Will it stand up to six months of heavy use? Take a look and see what you think on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
