FAUNA
“Walking is my main method of relaxation. I don’t go over my lines or try to solve the world’s problems. I just enjoy the scenery and the wildlife.”
— Kevin Whatley, actor
BREAKFAST!
As I was intently watching this beautiful bald eagle swirl on the wind above the lake, it suddenly swooped down and snatched a fish for breakfast.
GREAT BLUE HERON
This great blue heron stopped fishing and struck a pose. Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area, Boone County, Mo.
CONCERT
A Carolina wren stayed on a branch near me long enough to give a beautiful spring concert.
BALD EAGLES
I love raptors, especially bald eagles. The eagle on the left was sitting watch next to its nest, keeping an eye out on everything going on in the wetlands. I was lucky enough to catch the eagle on the right as it took flight.
OSPREY
A beautiful osprey swooped down with lightning speed to grab a fish from Twin Lakes, Columbia, Mo.
(LEFT) A barred owl surveys the wetlands. (RIGHT) An eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly.