Photo of the Week: A Scoop of Pelicans

group of American White Pelicans clustered together on the marshy island surrounded by lily pads.

With around 80 in number, the group of large yellow-billed snowy-white birds stood out on the the island in the wildlife refuge.

Except during spring and fall migrations, American White Pelicans are not typically seen at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge near Bono, Ohio on the southern shore of Lake Erie.

It was a treat to see so many in one place! Continue reading Photo of the Week: A Scoop of Pelicans

Photo of the Week: Buff-breasted Sandpiper, Long Distance Traveler

brown, white, and black bird pauses in the green grass as it searches for food.
brown, white, and black bird pauses in the green grass as it searches for food.
Buff-breasted Sandpiper

When news that the Buff-breasted Sandpiper had been seen along Lake St. Clair, I knew I would be traveling to the other side of town to see this beautiful, elegant-looking shorebird.

Why?

One, it’s a beautiful bird! Continue reading Photo of the Week: Buff-breasted Sandpiper, Long Distance Traveler

Photo of the Week: Let’s Go For a Run!

young girl holds on to the leash of her dog as she gleefully runs.

After enjoying delicious food at a lovely small family-owned Colombian restaurant on the outskirts of Dayton, Ohio, I discovered this fun-loving sculpture near the parking lot. In my mind, I can envision the young girl and her dog running through their yard on a summer’s day. Sadly, no information about the artist who created the… Continue reading Photo of the Week: Let’s Go For a Run!