Tales of a Dead Tree

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We spotted this hawk perched dramatically at the top of a dead tree, practically posing. Naturally, the second I pulled up my camera, she decided she was too famous for a close-up and took off. Luckily for us, she just dramatically relocated to the other side of the pond. Within a couple of minutes, a second hawk flew in and landed right beside her, clearly ready for their synchronized routine. This may not be a National Geographic award-winner, but it was definitely a cool experience.

~ Rick

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Surprise Osprey

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While hiking at Hobart Urban Nature Preserve, an Osprey flew directly toward us. I was really surprised to see it! There is a pond nearby, but I didn't think it would be enough to draw her in. She continued flying south. She sure was beautiful.

~ Rick

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Hawk Watching

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You don't see this every day. As we pulled into Garby Big Woods, I immediately spotted a Red-shouldered Hawk perched gracefully on one of the birdhouses. She was just relaxing there, taking in the surroundings. After I snapped a couple of photos, she glided over to another birdhouse near the treeline. She paused there for a moment, allowing me to capture a few more shots before she finally flew off. What an incredible experience!

~ Rick

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Incoming Bald Eagle

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This was interesting. We were at Big Woods Reserve and noticed several turkey buzzards in a tree to the West of the fishing pond. It was cool.

Out of no where and suddenly we saw a Bald Eagle flying over the pond. The buzzards took off flying toward the Eagle. Then the eagle took the spot in the tree and just watched. I have no idea what was going on here.

~ Rick

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Our National Symbol

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It has been a while since we have photographed a Bald Eagle. This one is one of a pair that has a nest just south of Piqua. Beautiful.

~ Rick

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