Brown Thrasher

Every time I see a Brown Thrasher, they seem to be running somewhere. They scurry around, find something to eat,…

Mississippi Kites

While driving to my mom’s, I spotted a Mississippi Kite flying over a field. When I stopped my car to…

Almost Hidden

It’s amazing to me to watch birds flying through bushes. They must have tremendous visual perception. I watched a pair…

Black Racer

I spotted this Black Racer when I was walking in my back yard. It stayed still long enough for me…

Rare Visitors to My Backyard

While birding in my backyard, I spotted 2 rare visitors: a Red-eyed Vireo and Great Crested Flycatcher. Since I haven’t…

Dragonflies in My Yard

The creek behind my house is always a good place to see dragonflies in the summer.

Dragonflies at Meaher SP

Dragonflies are fun to watch. Meaher State Park boardwalk and walking path is a good place to spot them. If…

Eastern Lubber Grasshopper

This Eastern Lubber Grasshopper was small compared to ones I’ve seen in the past. It was also the only one…

Common Gallinule

The Common Gallinule used to be known as the Common Moorhen. There were at least 3 Commons floating in the…

Purple Gallinule

I always hope to spot a Purple Gallinule when I go to Meaher State Park, but it doesn’t usually happen.…