The winter birds are beginning to arrive in Sax-Zim Bog. My visit this morning was to try and find some owls, and snow buntings. While the owls made themselves scarce, I did find plenty of snow buntings. However, they are so skittish that getting a photograph is extremely difficult. In addition, while looking skyward for owls I did capture this ruffed grouse.
Most birds have gone south, leaving the northwoods strangely quiet. Finding a bird to photograph for this 365 day photography project is becoming increasingly difficult as the onset of winter approaches. However, following the basics of finding food and water still is the method of success. Here are some photo captures from the last few days.
Day 269: Reflecting Images (mallard)
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Day 270: Merlin on the hunt just before sunset in Sax-Zim Bog
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Day 270: Last Loon on NorthStar Lake in Winter Plumage
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Day 271: Hooded Merganser – Quacking, Yawning & Diving
As noted on day #183, I visited the Sax-Zim Bog last week on my 1/2 year anniversary for this project. While in the bog I captured this sandhill crane during the take-off process. It took me a few days to make a collage out of the photos. Now posted here!
Sandhill Crane cleared for take-off on runway 3-0-9!
