Floating on AirThis playful raven is tumbling in the updrafts of a mountain ravine. A trickster and a bringer of light, ravens feature prominently in the stories of many cultures. Her forward velocity and the wind in her face were equal. She’d go in and out of this stream of air that would hold her in place. It was clearly play. Ravens are remarkably intelligent animals.
All My Spots and Stripes (Common Loon), Wisconsin
In northern Wisconsin, a pair of loons lives on almost every lake. Their tremolo calls are the iconic sounds of the Northwoods summer. Since they are used to fishermen on the lakes, a small fishing boat provides the perfect blind for photographing these surprisingly large birds without disturbing them. They are curious birds and will often swim right up to me. Read a loon story here.
Pine Grosbeak, Montana
The Hummer, Eleuthera, Bahamas
The Bahama woodstar hummingbird is found only on the Islands of Bahama. Read about the nature of Eleuthra here.
Northern Cardinal, Illinois
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Steller’s Jay, Montana
All of the shades of blue with the contrast of black and white make this one of my favorite birds.
Parachuting Crane, Jasper-Pulaski State Park, Indiana
Sandhill cranes gather here in the thousands during fall migration. I love how they look so clumsy falling out of the sky when landing. Read about my experiences with Crane migration here.
Indigo Bunting, Illinois
The striking Indigo Bunting is a rare treat during migration.
Puffin Runway, Cook Inlet, Alaska
I was on a small boat, rocking in the waves, trying to steady myself and pan as puffins and auklets flew all around. To say it was a challenge is an understatement. It was so much fun! Read about my day at Puffin Island here.
Lift Off (American Bald Eagle), Wisconsin
Calling All Girls! (Red-winged Blackbird), Illinois
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