01-MAR-2016
In Perfect Harmony
One little eagle sitting in a tree, looking just as pretty as it can be. Then it got lonely so began to call, and its mate responded in no time at all.
Then they sang together in perfect harmony, a peach of a pair up there in the tree.
(Sorry, got carried away) :)
02-MAR-2016
Contortions
I just can't seem to get enough of hummingbirds. They are such fascinating little creatures! And I have seen them on some recent outing to Delta Ponds, including today. I had other plans for this morning but overslept. So later, I decided to go to Delta Ponds to see what I could see. My walk did bring me past some birds, but nothing that really got me excited, until I saw a hummingbird, that is! That always make it a good day. I am getting a nice collection of hummingbird photos, and this is one of my favorites since it is a bit unusual.
03-MAR-2016
Go Fly A Kite!
Today we had a warm, sunny spring-like day. After all, it is almost spring. The temperature got up to a very nice 62 degrees F. It was a good day for outdoor activity, like flying a kite. This one was being flown on Skinner Butte in Eugene.
04-MAR-2016
Yellow-Rumped Warbler
The little Yellow-Rumped Warbler is a busy little bird, and seems to be always on the move. They rarely sit still for long. I was fortunate to get this shot of this little beauty at Delta Ponds and appreciate that it posed for me. :)
05-MAR-2016
Delta Ponds Bridge
A new Delta Ponds landmark is the Delta Ponds Bridge that opened for cyclists and pedestrians on November 16, 2010. This view of the bridge can be seen from a small bridge in the ponds. Delta Ponds Bridge is a good place for photographing birds in the pond below.
06-MAR-2016
Long-billed Dowitcher
The water in Delta Ponds is low enough that shorebirds have made an appearance. I have been told that this is a Long-billed Dowitcher. I was on the Delta Ponds Pedestrian Bridge and the birds were far below in the ponds. I did have the lens to draw them in. Hopefully, next time I will be able to spot them from a shorter distance and can see if different kinds were in the group.
07-MAR-2016
The Bald Eagles Are Nesting!
I have enjoyed very much photographing the Bald Eagle pair in Delta Ponds. The eagle's nest is on the north side of Skinner Butte. I went there today and was able to get a shot of one parent sitting on eggs in the nest! So great to have a Bald Eagle nest in the center of Eugene!
09-MAR-2016
Tapestry
I am late getting yesterday's photo posted. Last night at a meeting I was in a hurry to get to a friend before they left and in my haste banged my shin on a seat. By the time I got home I had a big swelled up spot that was getting dark from bleeding. Ice bags were used on it all the rest of the evening and all morning. Now, it is looking much better. Anyway, the purpose of my tale of woe is to explain why no photo post last night.
I love the scene on this tapestry that Carol has hanging in our little sunroom. It carries me across the sea to France, where I have never been. Well, that's what it makes me think of, anyhow.
09-MAR-2016
Focused!
I was impressed by the singular focus of this Great Blue Heron, as it waited in the water for prey to come within range. It was so focused that it paid no attention to me, while I tried not to disturb it. I didn't stick around to see what it might find.
10-MAR-2016
At Times I Can't Seem to Get My Head On Straight!
I liked the lighting and detail in this photo of a cormorant! I had to smile at its pose. It seemed to have its head on backward. I also loved the detail in its wings.
11-MAR-2016
Delightful Downy Woodpecker
I was delighted to see a Downy Woodpecker at Delta Ponds. For my old eyes, they are very difficult to find and see, let alone photograph them. So you can understand why I was delighted.
All forms of woodpeckers are unique and interesting. Some I haven't seen and hope to sometime, such as the Pileated Woodpecker. They are found here in Oregon, so I can hope!
12-MAR-2016
A Rainy Day View!
Because of an injured leg, I wasn't able to go anywhere today. But it wasn't a good day, weather-wise. Most days recently have pretty much been rainy and this was no exception. A photo I made the other day from the top of Skinner Butte of downtown Eugene, with Spencer Butte in the background, could have been made today. So here you are, a rainy day view! By the way, it was shot through my car windshield.