Friday, March 29, 2013

Grebes & More

What a beautiful day! It was a welcome change to be able to get out and enjoy the weather for a change.
We headed to Old Reid this morning, where we photographed 3 Pied-Billed Grebes….





Then on to the Buck Creek Marina, where we saw numerous Horned Grebes, including the fellow in good plumage….



Here’s a few other favorite shots from today….






Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Vultures & More

Here’s a couple of shots from our weekend jaunts.
In Champaign County we came across this Turkey Vulture feasting on a raccoon carcass. David was able to isolate the scavenging bird. Nature isn’t always pretty…..


More of his friends were joining the feast….I love the way David was able to get this shot showing the full wing extension!





In Old Reid Park, the Belted Kingfisher was enjoying the sun on Friday….


This fellow was at Buck Creek State Park….