Despite a heavy fog we were finally able to view a group of five Whooping Cranes that had stopped over at Nygren Wetlands in the northern part of Winnebago County here in Illinois. Here are the best shots amongst the fog. All images were digiscoped with our new Swarovski 25-50x eyepiece. Oddly enough, I was
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Just got some photos from Jennie (Veery) from her temporary home in Missouri. These are from mid-October. Ha Ha Tonka State Park – the castle
Downy Woodpecker, digiscoped in poor lighting at Deer Run Forest Preserve in Winnebago County, Illinois.
While out testing some new equipment (full review coming soon) we digiscoped this Dark-eyed Junco at one of our favorite birding spots, Rock Cut State Park in northern Illinois.
We love the shape Turkey Vultures (TVs) make when they fly. They are one of the coolest birds to observe and often allow for up close study. Their behaviors are fascinating and something we will be discussing in the near future.
From our visit to the International Crane Foundation, this pair of Whooping Cranes posed nicely for a high dynamic range (HDR) shot.
Was on vacation in The Dells (aka, Wisconsin Dells) and also Baraboo. These photos were taken at Wisconsin Deer Park. Emu feet are crazy and prehistoric looking which goes along well with the rest of the bird.
