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2013-03-22 15:19:46 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 10 +1s)

Welcome to the world of the strange and unusual in this posting for #buggyfriday.  This guy was lumbering around Corkscrew Sanctuary, probably looking for a bear or panther for a light lunch =P  Thanks to +Sherry McBriar +Ray Bilcliff +Dorothy Pugh for curating.

2013-02-15 18:50:22 (0 comments, 2 reshares, 2 +1s)

Well, that's good. Velociraptor attacks in the workplace have become a growing concern as of late: http://j.mp/VZby2p

2013-02-16 09:13:30 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 9 +1s)

This little bugger (ha ha..uh sorry, bad pun) was walking along the boardwalk at Corkscrew Sanctuary in Naples, FL.  He was so colorful I had to take a picture and put it out for #BuggyFriday curated by +Ray Bilcliff +Sherry McBriar and +Dorothy Pugh 

2013-02-16 09:12:06 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 15 +1s)

This raccoon was up early (around dusk) and looking to get started on his nightly foraging.  It was checking out a pond at Nine Springs Conservancy in Madison, WI.  +Sherry McBriar and myself were just heading out when we came across this furry forager.  #FurryFriday hosted by +Ross Campbell 

2013-01-03 07:33:49 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 12 +1s)

It's hopper season in Naples, FL so +Ray Bilcliff , +Sherry McBriar and I went out to find the plentiful bounty.  We succeeded in finding many of the large orange and yellow hoppers which Ray and Sherry have put out some great pictures of, so I decided to put out a picture of the "odd ball" we found for #BuggyFriday

2013-01-03 07:34:20 (6 comments, 3 reshares, 15 +1s)

This guy would have been easy to miss, but thanks to the sharp eyes of +Ray Bilcliff we were able to get shots of this little guy hanging out at Freedom Park in Naples, FL.  #FrogFriday hosted by +Christina Rollo and +Candace Hansen 

2013-01-03 07:34:52 (6 comments, 3 reshares, 18 +1s)

I caught this guy after fishing up his lunch.  He was hanging out on Bodega Bay in California.  I was hoping he would share, but no such luck.  I thought this would be a good fit for #WaterBirdWednesday sponsored by +Sherry McBriar +Margaret Tompkins and +Ray Bilcliff 

2012-02-03 18:29:58 (4 comments, 4 reshares, 30 +1s)

Here is a shot I pulled from my archives for #BuggyFriday since there is not much to shoot here in the winter. Thanks to +Ray Bilcliff and some lady named +Sherry McBriar (Yes, she is my wife).

2012-01-04 23:20:11 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 19 +1s)

Here's a smaller entry for #BirdPoker today. Over the Shoulder is the theme of the day. Thanks to +Phil Armishaw for hosting.

2012-01-04 23:02:03 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 12 +1s)

The sun was out in the Everglades and so were the gators. I know I was giddy with joy because, well, we just don't get gators in Wisconsin. His smile needs some work though, don't you think? Posting this one for #WildlifeWednesday hosted by +Mike Spinak

2011-12-31 00:12:20 (12 comments, 0 reshares, 24 +1s)

#BirdPoker addition for LBJ hosted by +Phil Armishaw, +Jeff Wendorff and +Mia McPherson. This little guy was really giving another bird "the business" in Edna Taylor Conservancy. And he did manage to keep that branch all to himself.

2013-01-03 07:36:55 (5 comments, 1 reshares, 20 +1s)

Here' a shot for #BuggyFriday hosted by +Ray Bilcliff and +Sherry McBriar. This guy was flying around Zion National Park. I was following Him around, just waiting for him to land. When he finally did, he didn't stay long, but I was able to snap a couple shots before he flew off.

2011-12-29 02:50:31 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 20 +1s)

For #WildlifeWednesday hosted by +Mike Spinak I would like you to "say hello to my little friend". It was hanging out in Zion National Park and really liked "hamming it up" for the visitors and didn't mind us taking pictures of him. Me and my wife, +Sherry McBriar had one of the rangers come by and ask if we were ok, because we were spending so much time laying on the ground.

2011-12-29 02:03:42 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 10 +1s)

Here's an addition for #WadingBirdWednesday hosted by +Ray Bilcliff and +Sherry McBriar. This Black Crowned Night Heron was having it's morning sun bath at Eagle Lakes Park in Naples, FL. Although, it never did dip it's feet in the water. It must be one of those "75 degrees is too cold to go in the water" birds.

2011-12-29 01:53:38 (5 comments, 2 reshares, 15 +1s)

There are a couple Aces out there already for #BirdPoker "Preening and Bathing", but I wanted to throw this one out there because it fit so well. Thanks to +Phil Armishaw +Jeff Wendorff and +Mia McPherson for running.

2011-12-27 02:22:58 (21 comments, 1 reshares, 21 +1s)

Here's one for #BirdPoker "long beak" theme hosted by +Phil Armishaw. This guy was hanging out for some great poses at Corkscrew Swamp in Naples, FL. Thanks to +Ray Bilcliff for showing me and +Sherry McBriar around his stomping grounds.

2011-12-14 21:34:03 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

I have done work for Audubon Magazine and the past and can proudly say that my images have been used for an article written by Ted Williams. Mr. Williams is one of the best "Nature" journalists around, in my opinion.

This piece is a MUST read by EVERY wildlife photographer. This is EXACTLY the reason why I refuse to photograph captive animals at game farms.

If you do I strongly urge you to reconsider!

2011-11-20 00:34:44 (7 comments, 2 reshares, 26 +1s)

Songbird Saturday

This Red-wing Blackbird was acting like a lookout. He popped up to look at me with one eye, switch to the other eye to look at me further and must have decided I wasn't threat because he dropped back down into the leaves. #SongbirdSaturday host +John Briggs

2011-11-16 23:14:40 (7 comments, 1 reshares, 24 +1s)

Wildlife Wednesday

This California Quail was a long way from California, cooing away outside of Gunlock State Park outside of St. George, UT. There were dozens of them coming out at sunset to say goodbye to the sun as it started to dip behind the mountains. #WildlifeWednesday hosted by +Mike Spinak

2011-11-08 03:27:57 (13 comments, 2 reshares, 19 +1s)

What The Duck Monday

Landing gear up...check. Wings spread...check. Curl on the tail ready to act as a rudder...check. Roger Mr. Mallard, you are cleared for flight. Enjoy the blue sky. #WhatTheDuckMonday hosted by +Phil Armishaw

2011-11-07 03:44:11 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 16 +1s)

Birds of Prey Sunday

Here are a couple juvenile Osprey that are just learning to fly. These guys were in Grand Tetons National Park. The one with it's wings out would fly about the nest about 10 feet, do a little gliding and come back down to the nest. It was a very interesting and enjoyable behavior to watch. #birdsofpreysunday hosted by +Jeffrey Van Daele

2011-11-05 19:56:37 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 7 +1s)

Caturday

Everybody say "Hello" to my wife's cat Gypsy. She is a ball of playful energy and is spoiled rotten by +Sherry McBriar #Caturday hosted by +Lee Daniels and +Christophe Friedli

2011-11-05 19:39:40 (2 comments, 1 reshares, 9 +1s)

Sunset Saturday

How do you know your day of shooting birds at Nine Springs Conservancy is done? When you start taking shots like this. The good news is, I can always come back the next day and do it all over again. #SunsetSaturday hosted by +TJ Kelly

2011-11-05 19:39:39 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

November 5, 2011

2011-11-05 18:51:56 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 10 +1s)

Songbird Saturday

Didn't anyone ever tell you not to chirp with your mouth full. Apparently nobody told this Chickadee who was hanging out an Knollwood Park. The light was pretty harsh, but he was so friendly, I had to get some shots. #SongbirdSaturday hosted by +John Briggs

2011-11-02 22:33:40 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 14 +1s)

Wildlife Wednesday

This Cooper's Hawk was scouting out the area in Edna Taylor Conservancy. My wife (+Sherry McBriar) and I stumbled across him along one of the paths. It didn't seem to mind us at first, but I think he grew tired of all the shutter clicking and "humans acting silly" and flew off. He gave us some nice poses, though. We thank it for it's patience and tolerance with us. #WildlifeWednesday maintained by +Mike Spinak

2011-11-02 21:55:20 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Here is one of my wolf images for #wildlifewednesday, a panoramic image of angel falls for #travelpanowednesday and #waterfallwednesday; and a panoramic view of oxbow bend for #widewednesdaypanorama.
Hope you enjoy the images. As always, comments, critiques and shares are greatly appreciated.
Dave

2011-10-25 02:48:06 (9 comments, 2 reshares, 17 +1s)

What the Duck Monday

Just a family outing at Edna Taylor Conservancy. Once mom got comfortable with us being there, she let the ducklings venture away from her. It was fun to watch them race each other for bugs that were on the lily pads. They were so curious. #WhatTheDuck sponsored by +Phil Armishaw

2011-10-25 02:27:54 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 8 +1s)

Mountain Monday

The Grand Tetons in all their glory. It's pretty impressive to see this mountain range up close. They are quite BIG! #MountainMonday sponsored by +Michael Russell

2011-10-23 20:03:14 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

ATTENTION EVERYONE

There are multiple different profiles spamming G+ right now. If you see a post or a comment from someone stating that Google has a photography contest going on click on the users profile and report them to Google. DO NOT CLICK on the URL. Click on their name so that you can get to their profile and then select Report.

2011-10-23 19:33:37 (6 comments, 0 reshares, 13 +1s)

Songbird Saturday

Came across this juvenile Goldfinch while walking through Edna Taylor Conservancy. He was along the path, having a seed lunch. Usually, when you come up on them, they will fly off, but not this one. He was content to just keep eating away, while I snapped some shots. #SongbirdSaturday

2011-10-21 17:16:07 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 10 +1s)

Fungal Friday

This guy was sitting under a group of evergreen trees in Blue Mound State Park and soaking up the ray of sunlight that crept through. #FungalFriday

2011-10-21 17:12:33 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Fungus

2011-10-21 16:33:38 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 8 +1s)

Floral Friday

Not the best of shots, but I thought this Orchid was very unusual. Does anyone out there know what kind of Orchid it is? #FloralFriday

2011-10-21 04:08:56 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

An article I wrote about +Colby Brown 's new organization, The Giving Lens. Read up, sign up, and stay tuned!

#thegivinglens #photoeducation #travel

2011-10-20 02:07:20 (4 comments, 0 reshares, 9 +1s)

Wildlife Wednesday

Proud papa Sandhill was acting as the lookout while momma and baby were taking a bath. This family comes back to Tiedman Pond in Middleton, WI almost every year and have become rather tolerant of humans. While walking around the pond, we (my wife +Sherry McBriar and I) turned a corner in the path and there was the Sandhill family, walking right at us. They didn't skip a beat and walked right past us (within 3 feet) on their way to the pond. I have to say, the is the first time I have ever seen Sandhill Cranes walk on asphalt. They went about their business while we were snapping shots. Only looking up occasionally, to make sure we were just taking pictures. #WildlifeWednesday curated by +Mike Spinak

2011-10-19 17:11:09 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

❀ Top Animal Photography (lists & shared circle) v2 ❀

NEW PHOTOGS:
+Nick Chill +Scott Simmons +John Meadowcroft +Ludovic Godet +Remo Primatesta +Kimberly Hosey +Karen Atkinson +Johan Swanepoel +Joseph McBriar +Jack L +Mark Plonsky +Jeffrey de Guzman
+Gerard Charnley +silja akselsen +Ewok Jorduman +Antti Vierimaa +Jari Peltomäki +Bob Shank
+Chris Hansen +Adam Hanlon +Julie Andersen +Liz Hanks +Phillip Colla +gabriel n +Robert Walters
+Joan Roca Juncosa +Shayna Hartley +Stewart Sy +Edwin Gustafson +Jim Patterson +Julian Cohen
+Nana Trongratanawong

This is a bigger update to both reflect all new great photographers that made it into the gpc.fm as well as goup.as lists (see below)
├─ http://gpc.fm/l/animalphotog
└─ http://www.group.as/top+animal+photographer/

as well as to offer a convenient way to add allthose new en... more »

2011-10-15 15:39:18 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 16 +1s)

Song Bird Sunday

This curious Yellow Bellied Sap Sucker was not shy. He followed me and my wife around St. Croix State Park in Minnesota all day. He was such fun to shoot. #SongbirdSaturday

2011-10-13 23:13:51 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 5 +1s)

History Thursday

This is a lighthouse on Rock Island, WI. The Island was formerly a fort and then converted into a State Park. Here is a quote from the Wisconsin DNR website about the lighthouse..."Ship owners petitioned the U.S. Congress, and the government set aside land for a light on Rock Island. The Pottawatomie light was the first of many lighthouses erected at key points along Wisconsin's Great Lakes shorelines. The 1836 structure was demolished in the late 1850s and the existing lighthouse was first lit in 1858. The lamp produced a steady white light visible for 14 nautical miles. The lighthouse was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979." #HistoryThursday

2011-10-13 00:00:10 (2 comments, 1 reshares, 0 +1s)

Birdies

2011-10-12 23:41:00 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

Wildlife Wednesday

Here is a little ball of sunshine who was having fun frolicking in the grass. Many thanks to his parents for allowing me to shoot him and his siblings. #WildlifeWednesday

2011-10-09 23:44:21 (3 comments, 2 reshares, 11 +1s)

A Steller's Jay showing off his "crown" at Bryce Canyon.

2011-10-09 23:16:42 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 4 +1s)

Ok, enough "cheating" with the Yellowstone pics. =P

Here is a curious chipmunk that wanted to know what that big, white thing is I was pointing at him. This guy was ahnging out at Cherokee Marsh.

2011-10-09 22:55:46 (2 comments, 1 reshares, 3 +1s)

Been away for a couple days, so I figure I need to get some pics out there to make up for it. =P

I love watching Pikas. They run around chirping and grabbing sticks 5 times as long as they are. The communication and interaction between them is so fun to see.

2011-10-09 23:33:12 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 6 +1s)

Pronghorn at Yellowstone. I am glad this guy decided to stand still for me, since they are the fastest land animal in North America. Hard to pan with something that fast!

2011-10-05 21:52:04 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

Wildlife Wednesday

It's one of Yellowstone's prominent inhabitants. This guy was moving along the Yellowstone river and didn't seem to pay attention to anything other than his walk.

#WildlifeWednesday

2011-10-02 17:04:57 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 4 +1s)

Red Fox Kits at Play - Breckenridge - Colorado

2011-10-01 15:03:33 (11 comments, 1 reshares, 9 +1s)

Speedy Saturday

Just a Mallard flap, but I had to go 1/2000 shutter speed to freeze him.

#SpeedySaturday

2011-10-01 14:33:47 (8 comments, 0 reshares, 9 +1s)

Songbird Saturday

Cute little Tufted Titmouse singing away at Knollwood park in Madison.

#songbirdsaturday

2011-09-29 23:24:13 (4 comments, 0 reshares, 7 +1s)

Long Exposure Thursday.

This is a waterfall in the Great Smokey Mountains. It's a 5 second exposure and thank goodness it was a little cloudy. I think the hardest part was getting a stable base for the tripod.

#LongExposureThursday