Fledgling House Wrens
After 15-17 days from hatching, the young wrens are ready to leave the nest.
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Enjoying birds and all the nature that goes with them
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Hummingbirds on the Offense
August is a big month for hummingbird activity here in Minnesota.
Growing in the Heat
The last two weeks in Minnesota have been hot. Heat waves in addition to the seasonal humidity have been great for growing plants and insects.
Hostas
With its many varieties of leaf color and ability to grow well in shade, the Hosta is a popular perennial in northern gardens.
Bright Moments in the Smoke
After five days of oppressively hot and humid days, another danger has descended on central Minnesota this evening.
The Mosquito Cowboys
The “Mosquito Cowboys” is my affectionate term for the flying skills of the helicopter pilots from our local mosquito control district.
Random Nature Shots
An assortment of mid-summer moments
Independence time for birds
Growing up, my brother used to say “ after the 4th of July, summer is almost over”.
Local Nature Parks
An example of an excellent one
What it means to be Precocial
Being able to swim or walk as well as feed itself within hours of hatching is the definition of being a precocial bird.
Puffin Loafing
Kick off the summer loafing season by watching Atlantic Puffins lounge on Seal Island off the coast of Maine.
Feeding Birds in the Summer
Do birds need supplemental feeding in the warmer months?
Break for Mammals
In addition to new arrivals of spring birds, there has been animal activity to witness as well.
Great May for Migration
As May is coming to an end so is the spring migration here in Minnesota.
All the Colors
A photo essay of spring arrivals
Primetime for Spring Migration
A photo essay of recent activity
Birds and Blooms
The first wave of migrant songbirds has traveled through central Minnesota.
Mini Fallout of Warblers and Sparrows
A rainy day brings a wave of migrants to the yard today - a few hours before sunset.
Getting Ready to Welcome the Trio
In Minnesota we are days away from the FOY (first of the year) backyard visits of three new species of feeder birds - the hummingbirds, the orioles and the grosbeaks.
Warbler Season Begins
With the arrival of Yellow-rumped Warblers to the backyard