 North Saanich is home to several Osprey nests. This is one of my fav's , as I almost know these birds on a 1st name basis. The first 10 images are of MoM .. who always comes out to check me over (and scold a bit) , then you'll see DaD bringing home a Sculpin for dinner. Some of these images are quite cropped, as I was a good distance away. Dad flew past the nest to show off his catch, then landed in a tree several hundred meters away and had a few bites before taking the fish to the nest. I spotted 3 small Osprey heads enjoying fresh fish, but a long way to get a photo. Hope you enjoy these... Terry
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Happy Dads day to all Fathers out there! Sure missing my Dad who departed many years ago, but taught me so much about Nature, birds, fishing and life! Love you DAD!!!!  Dad Downy Woodpeckers.. Like Father, Like son! :)  son + father  The young son  I was up bright and early this morning , not wanting to miss any of the activities in the back yard and was immediately rewarded by a visit from Mr Pileated Woodpecker feeding his offspring! These images taken in low light conditions around 6:30 AM today @ ISO 8000 + Happy Saturday.... Terry :)  The many looks of Sir A .. all from today!  I have now added a live mint plant to the deedee spa!!!     The babies are growing (Mallards) ... Saw 4 today of the 5 that I photographed last week! The Wood duck youngster is a male that is nearing his adult look. The Drake Mallard was really enjoying his afternoon bath!  Sometimes when waiting for Hummingbirds to arrive...they don't, so one shoots what one can! :)  Other times... They do show up! :) but (mid day under harsh sunlight ....)  Since the Rufous have now pretty much headed South, the Annas have resumed their dominance at the feeding stations. This is the younger male from the deck feeder giving me some morning poses! Happy Sunday to everyone... Terry :) A bit of fine rain today around Noon Pacific time.. Mr Annas takes little notice! :)  The 1st 3 below are from noon today , the rest were shot around 7PM .. Still overcast and light rain.. so ISO of 5000 - 8000 It amazes me how different 1 tiny bird can look depending on light, angle and attitude!  Of course there are always hummingbirds to photograph!  Anna's female I took dozens of photos this afternoon of the baby Rufous! (sorry..Anna's) What a cutie!!!  Proud Momma Mallard   Beautiful Family  Nap Time  Wood Duck Drake in tree On my way home along the Highway, I spotted an eagle being dive bombed by crows. For the life of me I couldn't find a clear view of the eagle, but got this shot!   chickadee says hello  Not to be outdone.. Squigg also says hello , but from 60 feet up a cedar tree in the shade! :) A big Thank You to everyone who came out to see us at the Tullista Park gallery over the weekend. The show was a big success. My first ever images were sold and I am delighted that you folks enjoyed this new medium I am pursuing! Thank you again for coming out!!!! Terry :)  Today (sigh) no Rufous males, but the good news is the Anna's are getting back into a more relaxed mode. This female Annas samples the Salvia! |
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