On the Shores of Lake Michigan - Caspian Tern

In between the thunderstorms and fog I did manage to get a passable picture of what I believe is a Caspian Tern (left the Stokes & Sibley at home!) Been busy with family and friends and hope to do some birding on the fly.   

Caspian Tern  -  Sheboygan, Wi. -  Lake Michigan

Welcome Back! Black-Headed Grosbeaks-Wed.Wings

Male Black-headed Grosbeak

Female  Black-headed Grosbeak








 

Everythings Coming Up ....... Yellow



Wildflowers & Bee  -  Prescott Nat'l Forest



Goldfinch





Lazuli Bunting - Wings on Wed.

I knew that the Lazuli Bunting is listed as being within our area range, but I had never spotted them and envied those who actually got a photo. So I was more than happy that this beautiful bird decided to stop by and enjoy food at the feeder :)

EVENT AHEAD:Proceed with Caution

Mammals on Monday - Mule Deer  -  Prescott Nat'l Forest - Prescott, Az. 

Great Egret in Flight-Wings on Wed.

Great Egret   -   Gilbert Water Ranch      Gilbert, Az.        4/1/2011

NOT Cotton Candy - Look Closely



We were on a nature hike with our grandsons over the weekend at Granite Mountain when we came upon this strange sight. Look closely at the top left - the pod  was writhing with worm-like insects, which I have found out from fellow bloggers are "tent caterpillars" Needless to say this was a very cool catch for the boys!    A fun day :)