Standing Tall

We went on a butterfly walk yesterday with a group. It was lead by a real expert on nature from Miami County Park District. Near the end of the hike I totally missed this Green Heron but it was spotted by soneone in the group. Luck for me, he stayed in the same place long enough for me to get a decent photo. This is the 1st one we have seen this year.

~ Rick

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Not So Common

I am sure that to many a sparrow, such as this Song Sparrow, are a common bird. You may say to yourself, there is nothing special or unique about her. I don't agree .. this is a beautiful bird. Look again .. check out the details and the grace. This is a very special bird. I guess it is the same we people. Each of us is unique and special. Have a great day.

~ Rick

Just Flexing My Wings

This is an Eastern Pondhawk. I think this one is a male. I love watching and photographing dragoflies. Maybe that is becauese they are carnivores .. and good predators at that. This quote is from the link above:

{they} "... can take down insects as large as themselves. They will even eat members of their own species. The males and females of this species differ in color. Adult males are a powdery blue with a yellow-tipped abdomen, while females are bright green with some dark brown/black spots on the abdomen. Young males are also green, like females, with rings on the abdomen, but they will change color as they mature."

i am sure glad the are small .. can you immpage a 200 lbs version.

~ Rick