Wildlife: Blue Marine ButterflyThe butterfly that I photographed above is a Blue Marine Butterfly, and is not very large. It is beautiful and I found it on one of my ivy geraniums sometime ago.
Wildlife: Finch in Autumn Tree (Hillsboro, OR)We have a variety of birds that come to our yard to get seed from the feeders we have hung up. The large Weeping Chinese Cherry tree in the front gives them cover and a place to congregate while zipping back and forth to the feeders.
Wildlife: Roseate Spoonbill (Florida)To see these birds in the wild is a thrill. Unfortunately they became rare because their feathers were once used to adorn ladies' hats. Fortunately they are now protected and making a slow comeback.
Wildlife: Mated WoodpeckersI had to have an old dead tree removed from my backyard, and although I knew it had to come down, it was very sad for me. The tree that was taken out was the favorite 'snack bar' for a pair of mated woodpeckers.
Scenery: Butterfly On FlowersI caught a baby butterfly and put it on my flowers.
Helping a Wounded Butterfly (Sunnyvale, CA)My mother found this wounded butterfly in her garden. It couldn't fly so she kept it in a small basket with some sugar water solution for nutrition.
Caterpillars Love BiscuitsWe were having a yard sale at the neighbors house, when we found a hungry caterpillar had helped himself to this biscuit.
Beautiful Bird Fishing in the WaterWhile I was taking my husband's dog, Dutchess, for a reward walk for taking a bath and being so clean, we found this beautiful fisherman patiently waiting for a meal.
Green Snake (Apple Grove, WV)My grandchildren found this little guy exploring our blackberry vines. I was lucky to have my camera in hand.
Blue Morpho Butterflies (Monteverde Butterfly...The Blue Morpho butterfly is well known for its brilliant blue wings when in flight. When at rest with wings in the closed position only the brown underside of the wing is visible.
Camouflaged Killdeer Eggs (upstate NY)Look closely. Mother killdeer bird lays her four eggs where they will blend in with the surrounding stones. Can you find them?
Feeding Baby Bird (St. Georges, Bermuda)While recently on vacation in Bermuda, I saw these two beautiful yellow birds flying around and sqwaking loudly. As I continued to watch them, I noticed that one was flying around more then the other, but kept returning to the one sitting in the tree.
Bee On Flower (Hartshorne, OK)This is a picture that I took as I was walking around the property. I'm not sure what kind of flower it is, I just thought it was a beautiful pic. I just walk around with my camera and take pictures of things that capture my attention.
Hidden VisitorHere is a friend who likes to sit under these flowers. Can you see him?
Peacock (Yellowstone Bear World, ID)While visiting Yellowstone Bear World I visited the petting zoo. This peacock put a fine show on for his three peahens as well as us visitors.
Hummingbird (Arizona)A hummingbird flew to one of the hummingbird feeders at my house a few days ago, so I took a picture of it with one of my film cameras.
You're on MY Feeder! (Litchfield County, CT)This woodpecker (downy or ladderback?) is eating the ants off the feeder, and a female ruby throat just happened to arrive at the right time to get in the shot. They can't take their eyes off each other!
Ocean Eagle (Long Beach)This was taken at Long Beach. It was so awesome to see one so close!
Birds and Birdfeeder (Marietta, OH)This was taken north of Marietta at the lock and dam on the Ohio. They have a picnic area there and at each end of it is this high birdfeeder. It was so much fun to watch them and take pics.
Great Blue Heron (Noblesville, IN)I took this photo from my deck. This heron sits on a neighbor's chimney almost every morning, looking out on the pond we live on. It took quite a few tries before I could get a descent shot, but I think it was worth the trouble!
Great Egret (Noblesville, IN)This is a photo of a Great Egret that feeds in the pond I live on. I had a difficult time getting a good shot since they are very skittish.
Ostrich at Lake Tobias Animal Farm (Halifax, PA)I had the pleasure of meeting this silly ostrich while visiting Lake Tobias Animal farm in Halifax, Pennsylvania.
Buzzards (Asseteague Island, Maryland)While taking a road trip to the beach I was lucky to catch these huge buzzards lined up on this fence. What a great fall sight!
Snow Day in the MountainsThis little one is having a great snow day!
Lion Resting in ShadeTwo weeks ago, we went on a game drive at Rietvlei Dam Nature Reserve. The reserve boasts four of the big five, including buffalo, rhino, lion, and leopard. The lion park is a new addition. It is a sanctuary for lions that will not be able to survive in the wild.
Yellow-billed Duck (Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary,...I visited one of my favorite spots when I needed a quick break, i.e the Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary. It is quite close to home, a tranquil garden with a few small perennial dams that attract a multitude of birds. A beautiful spot for a cup of tea and a piece of cake.
Nyala (Dinokeng North, South Africa)Our staff went on a team building experience at Camp Discovery in Dinokeng North. To end the day, we went for a game drive. We saw several beautiful and unique animals, but the pick of the day was this nyala.
Meerkat PhotosThis page contains meerkat photos. Meerkats, a member of the mongoose family, are native to parts of the Republics of Botswana, Namibia, Angola, and South Africa. They are also a popular zoo resident.
Raccoon PhotosThis page contains raccoon photos. These very cute animals can be pests or pets for homeowners, and are very photogenic.
Blue Jay Information and PhotosThis page contains blue jay information and photos. These north american native birds often appear in the yard and garden.
Ground Hog (Woodchuck) Information and PhotosThis page containsground hog (woodchuck) information and photos. These large rodents belong to a group of ground squirrels.
Swan Photos and InformationThis page contains swan photos and information. These birds are beautiful in the air and on the water.
Barn Swallow Information and PhotosThis is a page about barn swallow information and photos. This pretty blue and orange bird is found in farmlands, suburbs, marshes and lakeshores on most continents.
Kingsnake Information and Photos?This is a page about kingsnake information and photos. The king snake is a nonvenomous snake that is opportunistic in its diet, eating other snakes including venomous ones, lizards, rodents, birds, and eggs.
Luna Moth Information and PhotosThis is a page about Luna moth information and photos. The Luna moth is characterized by its pale green wings, each having a transparent eyespot. The typical habitat for these beautiful moths is deciduous hardwood forests from Nova Scotia to central Florida and into east Texas.
Giraffe Information and PhotosThis is a page about giraffe information and photos. These distinctive animals native to the savannas and dry open woodlands of sub-Saharan Africa are the tallest land dwelling animals on earth.
Praying Mantis Information and PhotosThis is a page about praying mantis information and photos. The praying mantis is a voracious predator on other insects.
Wild Bunny Information and PhotosThis is a page about wild bunny information and photos. Wild rabbits are fun to watch as they hop around either in your yard or in their natural environment.
Snail Information and PhotosThis is a page about snail information and photos. When they are not eating up the plants in our garden, we can stop and appreciate the beauty of the many types of snails found in nature.
Dinner is Served-Bird Feeding BabiesMy friend and neighbor has had this ornamental birdhouse attached to the railing on her deck for many years. This year, a family decided to move in! There are 3 babies in the nest, and daddy is very good about feeding them.
Cicadas Information and PhotosThis is a page about cicadas information and photos. Certain species of Cicadas spark interest and special regional events when they make their appearance after long periods, up to 17 years, of development and feeding underground.
Red Admiral Butterfly PhotosThis page contains red admiral butterfly photos. Seeing a beautiful butterfly gracefully fluttering in the garden is a joyous experience.
Butterfly PhotosThis page contains butterfly photos. Seeing a beautiful butterfly gracefully fluttering in a garden is a joyous experience.
Question Mark Butterfly PhotosThis page contains question mark butterfly photos. Seeing beautiful butterflies gracefully fluttering in the garden is a joyous experience.
Skipper Butterfly PhotosThis page contains skipper butterfly photos. Seeing a butterfly gracefully fluttering in the garden is a joyous experience.
Beetle PhotosThis page contains beetle photos. Beetles are a common visitor to your home and garden. With their array of colors and shapes they are often the subject of amateur and professional photographers alike.
Spider PhotosThis page contains spider photos. These arachnid garden helpers are very interesting and create beautiful snares for catching their food.
California Laurel Borer Information and Photos?This page is about California laurel borer information and photos. Also known as the banded alder borer, this insect's larvae feed on dead hardwoods such as maple, alder, oak, and willow.
Stink Bug Photos and InformationThis page contains stink bug photos and information. Also called the shield bug, this insect can be a nuisance in your garden and home.
Ten-lined June Beetle Information and Photos?This page is about ten-lined June beetle information and photos. A distinctive beetle whose white grub feeds on roots of garden and ornamental plants, with the adult emerging in late June.
Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary: Peace and...This is one of my favorite images from the Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary. I took this photo one afternoon after a hectic day at work.
House Finch PhotosThis page contains house finch photos. Birds can be a challenge to catch a picture of for the photographer.
Copperhead Snake Information and Photos?These venomous pit vipers are found mostly in the Eastern US in deciduous woodlands and mixed forests. This page contains copperhead snake information and photos.
Osprey PhotosThis page contains osprey photos. A large, fish eating raptor that is also referred to as a sea hawk or fish eagle.
Winter Birdfeeder PhotosThis page contains winter birdfeeder photos. A birdfeeder can provide snacks or sometimes be closed down to cold weather visitors.
Moth PhotosThis page contains moth photos. Although many moths are white or gray, there are also beautiful, colorful varieties of this insect.
Opossum Information and PhotosThis page contains opossum information photos. Often called possums, these animals have a flexible diet that make them successful colonizers in diverse environments.
Dwarf Chameleon PhotosThis page contains dwarf chameleon photos. These interesting reptiles have very long tongues to help them catch insects. They are native to tropical forests of Madagascar and South Africa.
Woodpecker PhotosThis page contains woodpecker photos. These noisy garden visitors often make their presence known with their pecking on wood.
Lizard Photos and InformationThis page contains lizard photos and information. There are many different kinds of these reptiles that come in all sizes, that can make interesting photography subjects.
Owl Wildlife Photos and InformationThese beautiful birds of prey have large heads with binocular vision and do most of their hunting at night. Capturing owl photos during the day can be a challenge. This page contains owl wildlife photos and information.
Frog Information and PhotosThis page contains frog information and photos. These tailless, short bodied amphibians come in all sizes with the greatest variety living in tropical forests.
Elephant Photos and InformationThis page contains elephant photos and information. These magnificent large mammals live to a ripe old age when they have adequate habitat.
Bird Nest PhotosThis page contains bird nest photos. Birds of all kinds create unique nurseries for brooding and raising their young.
Turtle and Tortoise PhotosThis is a page about turtle and tortoise photos. Outdoor activities such as a trip to the beach or a hike are enhanced when we are lucky enough to see these interesting reptiles. You can also see them at many zoos.
Bald Eagle Information and PhotosThis page contains bald eagle information and photos. These beautiful birds of prey are an American symbol of freedom. At the top of the bird food chain, these powerful raptors have keen eyesight, a powerful beak, and strong talons.
Armadillo Photos and InformationThis page contains armadillo photos and information. These leathery, armored mammals originated in south america. They have migrated into the southern US states, and because of no natural predators, have been found as far north as southern Illinois.
Spiderweb PhotosThis is a page about spiderweb photos. The shimmering beauty of a dew covered or well lit spiderweb is a popular subject for photographers.
Eastern Bluebird Photos and InformationThis is a page about Eastern bluebird photos and information. The eastern bluebird, a member of the thrush family, is most often seen in open woodland areas.
Dragonfly and Damselfly Information and PhotosThese beautiful and fascinating insects do not sting and eat lots of mosquitoes. You may see them often in healthy gardens and yards, as well as in the most unexpected places. Dragonflies have larger back wings and hold them perpendicular when resting, while damselfly wings are the same size and can hinge upward.
Wild Duck Information and PhotosThis is a page about wild duck information and photos. These beautiful birds love the water, and can be found in wide variety of aquatic environments.
Javelina PhotosThis page contains javelina photos. These pig-like member of the peccary family can become pests in the yard by gaining access to garbage, pet food, some flowering plants, bird seed, and fruit from trees.
Elk PhotosThis page contains elk photos. Seeing an elk in the wild is a exciting experience.
Moose PhotosThis page contains moose photos. Most of us have never seen one of these impressive animals in the wild. Luckily there are many great photos of these large members of the deer family, distinguished by the massive antlers of the males.
Whale Watching PhotosThis is a page about whale watching photos. These incredible sea mammals can be observed when they surface to breath.
Japanese Snow Monkey Photos and InformationThis is a page about Japanese snow monkey photos and information. The Japanese macaque or snow monkey is the most northern dwelling monkey species, living in areas with heavy snowfall.
Rhinoceros PhotosThis is a page about rhinoceros photos. The rhinoceros is often photographed at preserves, zoos, and if you are lucky in the wild.
Pheasant PhotosThis is a page about pheasant photos. Pheasants are often seen walking across open fields or along the shoulder of country roads. This is a page about pheasant photos.
Wild Bird PhotosThis page contains wild bird photos. All kinds of feathered friends can make excellent photography subjects in interesting situations, if you can catch it.
Deer Photos and InformationThis page contains deer photos and information. There are many species of these elegant animals found in much of the world. They are often seen in parks and gardens in search of tasty flowers, fruits and vegetables
Wild Turkey PhotosThis page contains wild turkey photos. When you live near or are visiting the country, you never know what wild birds are going to turn up to eat nearby.
Fox PhotosThis page contains fox photos. These animals are found throughout the world. They are known for their cunning ways, and rarely seen with enough time to photograph.
Wild Rabbit Photos and InformationThis page contains wild rabbit photos and information. These small herbivorous mammals live as groups in a wide variety of habitats. Their long ears help them detect predators.
Chameleon PhotosThis is a page about chameleon photos. The chameleon belongs to a group of old world lizards containing some 200 plus species, some of which can change skin color.
Garter Snake PhotosThis page contains garter snake photos. A wide variety of these snakes are found throughout North American. These garden helpers are generally harmless to humans and can move fast when encountered.
Photos of RobinsThis is a page about photos of robins. Robins are a common visitor to many gardens.
Wild Horse PhotosThis is a page about wild horse photos. If you are lucky enough to live in or visit an area with wild horses you may occasionally have an opportunity to take some amazing photos.
Beaver PhotosThis is a page about beaver photos. Sighting a beaver in the wild is a exciting experience.
Grasshopper PhotosThis is a page about grasshopper photos. Grasshoppers are a common insect around the world inhabiting grassy areas, including fields, forests, woodlands, and your garden.
Horned Owl PhotosThis is a page about horned owl photos. Capturing a image of these beautiful birds in the wild is a challenge.
Ruby Throated Hummingbird PhotosThis is a page about ruby throated hummingbird photos. These beautiful little birds migrate between Central America and eastern North America. They are always a delight to see zipping around in the garden.
Toad PhotosThis page contains toad photos. An interesting tailless amphibian that can be discovered outdoors.
Peacock PhotosThis page contains peacock photos. The vivid fanlike tail feathers of peacocks, make them beautiful subjects for a photo.
A Garden VisitorI've never seen this person, before. I think it terribly kind of him to grace my yellow hibiscus with his presence.
Tahitian Bird PhotosThis is a page about Tahiti'an bird photos. Tahiti is home to many beautiful, colorful birds.
ChameleonThis is a close-up photo of a chameleon. You can clearly see the scales on its body. Its eyes are so detailed and mesmerizing! I saw this chameleon in its own exhibit at the Katraj Zoo in Pune, India.
Monkey PhotosThis page contains monkey photos. For many of us the zoo is the only place to see monkeys.
Love Is In The Air (Pigeons)My friends and I decided to go to Bester Birds and Animal Zoo Park. Apart from practicing our photography, spending time in the outdoors was our goal. These two pigeons were celebrating nature's season of love. I especially liked seeing the chocolate brown pigeon, his colors were just beautiful!
Yellow-Headed Blackbird PhotosDiscovering beautiful birds and taking good photographs can be a lot of fun. This page contains yellow-headed blackbird photos.
Mourning Dove PhotosThis very common bird is found from southern Canada to central Mexico. They are recognizable from their soft prolonged cooing that has a distinctly mournful sound. This page contains mourning dove photos.
For The Love Of FlamingosMy 5-year old granddaughter loves flamingos, from the design to her room to the clothing and accessories! We heard about a lovely place in Columbia, SC that houses them. We decided that this would make a great field trip for her. It was like a dream come true for her.
Sparrow PhotosSparrows are a common garden visitor. Capturing these small birds at their daily activities is a fun pastime. This page contains sparrow photos.
Argiope Spider PhotosThe argiope spider is a common yellow garden spider that is also known as the black and yellow garden spider, corn spider, writing spider, McKinley spider, and the golden garden spider. This page contains argiope spider photos.
Backyard Wildlife PhotosDepending on where you live, there is a variety of potential wildlife visitors that may frequent your yard and garden. Taking a photo is a fun way to capture that special moment. This page contains backyard wildlife photos.
Nuthatch PhotosYou can easily attract this pretty song bird to your feeder by offering large nuts such as peanuts and sunflower seeds. Suet is also a favorite meal. This page contains nuthatch photos.
Katydid (Leaf Bug) PhotosKatydids or leaf bugs actually resemble walking leaves, in the same way as walking stick bugs look like twigs. These are not related to Phylliidae or walking leaf insects. This page contains Katydid (leaf bug) photos.
Caterpillar PhotosThese colorful garden visitors may be reviled for the damage some of them wreak on our plants and veggies, but they are also the larval stage of moths and butterflies, that delight us later in the season. This page contains caterpillar photos.
Bee PhotosSnapping a photo of these little guys at work on flowers gathering pollen can be a rewarding challenge. This page contains bee photos.
