What type of hawk is this? Cooper’s Hawk or Sharp-shinned Hawk. The answer in this week’s post on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
Sparrows, Falcons and Eagles
Clearly, this is a Fall photo but surprisingly the bird in the photo is already thinking about Spring. To find out how we know this read the latest post on:
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Larry
Elegance Enqueue
Is the smaller Western Grebe in this photo an adult (male or female) or a juvenile? More in this week’s post on:
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Larry
A Stellar Time
How do Steller’s Jays transport, hide and recover enough acorns to help them survive the winter? This week’s post shares pertinent photos and thoughts.
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
The Eagles Return
Our newest pair of Union Bay eagles, Monty and Marsha, have returned to Union Bay. My latest photos and observations can be seen at:
Thank you to Susan for the early heads-up regarding the eagle’s return!
Have a great day on Union Bay…were nature lives in the city!
Larry
Waxwing Cuisine
For the last week the Cedar Waxings have been fairly easy to find in the Arboretum. Learn what they are eating, which will help you to know where to look for them, and some of their curious dietary habits.
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
The Blue-Grey Acorn Jay
I hope you have seen this bird around Montlake. If so you are doing better than me! 🙂
More photos at:
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Larry
Young Owl Feathers
How might we determine whether we are looking at a young Barred Owl in the Arboretum. More at:
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Larry
A Bushtit Mystery
How can we explain a Bushtit with out a tail? More in this week’s post on:
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Larry
The Secret Weapon
What is a Green Heron’s secret weapon? When is the best time of year to see it in action? Answers in this week’s post on:
Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!
Larry
