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+ Birds, Butler, NY, Coots, Ducks, Geese, heron, Uncategorized
Babies!
by Susan
Babies! Just hearing the word prompts a smile. . .remember the debut of Baby Yoda? Springtime in western New York means that there will be lots of babies born in the wild. . . little balls of fluff that elicit oohs and ahhs from each observer. Some of them eventually poke their tiny heads above the nest rim, waiting for a treat; others learn … Read More Babies!
The Golden Hour?
by Susan
In a western NY winter the golden hour can quickly deteriorate. Then it becomes “The (18%) Gray Hour.” Oh, it started off okay. . .a little gray with just a hint of sun. I mean, just yesterday it was in the 60s! But a passing cold front darkened the sky and triggered the lake effect machine. Gone was the sun as dark, gray skies and … Read More The Golden Hour?
+ Birds, heron, Uncategorized
The Heron Show, Part 2
by Susan
Watch as this great blue heron starts a brand-new nest. A humble beginning with sticks and twigs. First one stick, then another — which is presented to his bride. They work together to build their new home.
Wildlife Drive Is Open, No Foolin’!
by Susan
Probably the most visited part of the sprawling Montezuma Wetlands Complex is Wildlife Drive, a 3.5 mile loop that allows visitors to take a hike from the comfort of their own cars. And today, April 1st, the gates were opened to welcome birders (and photographers) to the 2020 observation season. Even CoVID-19 could not prevent this long-awaited event — in fact, it’s one of … Read More Wildlife Drive Is Open, No Foolin’!
+ Birds, Butler, NY, eagles, Geese, heron, sludge, Uncategorized
Political Photography
by Susan
This is something I hate to do, but hard times come with hard choices 😦 New York City has a big problem. And the residents of the small Wayne County town of Butler want it to stay in New York City. They want no part of it, And why would they? Raise your hand if you don’t mind having 10 tractor-trailers, each bearing 30 … Read More Political Photography
+ Birds, Ducks, Uncategorized, weather
Signs of Spring
by Susan
Maybe CoVid-19 can afflict the world population and threaten the global economy, but it can’t stop the world from turning or the seasons from changing. And yes, my dear readers, spring is here! If you don’t believe me take a look at some sure signs of spring: Pussywillows! Swans gliding upon silky water Winter aconite (?) Ducks, Daffodils Blackbirds … Read More Signs of Spring
+ Birds, eagles, heron, Uncategorized
They’re Back!
by Susan
Who’s back? The great blue herons, of course. There are just a few right now. Maybe they are the hardy ones who stayed here over the winter, fishing in any open water they could find, or maybe they are the first to arrive after weeks of travel on the Atlantic Flyway. Who knows, but in any event in a week or so as the … Read More They’re Back!
+ Birds, gear, Geese, heron, Uncategorized
Snow Geese
by Susan
The water was thick with them. Snow geese are pretty smart — smart enough to winter in the warmer areas of North America and return each summer to their nesting areas in the Arctic tundra. It’s this summer sanctuary that provides us here in western New York a brief but beautiful glimpse of these birds as they migrate northward on the Atlantic flyway. A … Read More Snow Geese
+ Birds, eagles, gear, heron, Uncategorized
Three Eagles and a Tripod
by Susan
Soon to be three eagle families! Certainly a harbinger of spring 😉 This young lady, who only a week or two ago was calling for a mate, is clearly sitting on something! The results are about 3-4 weeks away. Getting better with the Coolpix p1000. . .as long as I don’t extend the telephoto to its full capacity. This was taken at 1/500 @ … Read More Three Eagles and a Tripod
Two Sides of Nature
by Susan
Wind is natural, right? Except for today’s wind. Around 2 o’clock it was mostly from the west, gusting from the 20s into the 40 MPH range and one recorded as high as 57 MPH! So, I made the obligatory trek out to the Sodus Point Lighthouse. It was gusty enough to blow lake water onto the shore — and cold enough to freeze it, … Read More Two Sides of Nature
You Can Run (Up a Tree)
by Susan
But you can’t hide. Well, maybe you can hide a little bit. I kinda hate this camera. I bought it for its long reach. It extends to 539mm, but with a 1.66 sensor (7.7 diagonal) it calculates to a whopping 3000mm on a full frame! What nature photographer doesn’t like that!!! Unfortunately, what Nikon fails to tell you in the small print is this: … Read More You Can Run (Up a Tree)
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