Len Nelson sent me recent pictures of a Great Blue Heron preparing and then launching into flight. See series of pics below.
As winter settles in, Shollenberger Park in Petaluma, California, becomes a true sanctuary for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts. This serene wetland, bordered by the Petaluma River and a vibrant mosaic of salt marshes, is a hidden gem that comes alive in the winter...
Walking through Shollenberger the other day, I had an unexpected encounter with one of nature's most elusive creatures – the American Bittern. I was alerted to its presence by its strange, guttural call. It is a deep, resonant "oonk-a-lunk" like a cross between a deep...
After cleaning out the large owl box in the dead Eucalyptus tree in October it has been occupied by same two owls consistently. Good chance this is now a formal pairing and we will be watching for eggs in early 2023. See this recent short video of their activity....
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