birds – Page 53 – Through My Lens

February 24, 2018

California Quail – Day 55 – A Year of Wildlife

This is a male California Quail - a short-legged, plump bird with a comma-shaped crest. In the spring, the females will lay about 13-14 eggs and they are so much fun to watch when they are scurrying about.

February 22, 2018

Wood Ducks – Day 53 – A Year of Wildlife

These photos were taken a few years ago when some wood ducks joined our mallards at the river. I haven't seen any wood ducks since.

February 19, 2018

Barred Owl in Flight – Day 50 – A Year of Wildlife

This photo was taken a few years ago when we had a beautiful barred owl frequenting one of our parks.

February 18, 2018

Scrub Jay – Day 49 – A Year of Wildlife

One of our numerous scrub jays stealing peanuts.

February 17, 2018

Tag: birds

California Quail – Day 55 – A Year of Wildlife

Wood Ducks – Day 53 – A Year of Wildlife

Barred Owl in Flight – Day 50 – A Year of Wildlife

Scrub Jay – Day 49 – A Year of Wildlife

Seagulls – Day 48 – A Year of Wildlife