Mid-summer can be slower for birding (also known as birdwatching). Adult birds have found their mates and are likely raising young.
Nests are well-hidden in trees, shrubs, and other places, making it more challenging to see birds.
Birds aren’t singing to attract a mate, as they do in spring. But they do continue to sing to defend their territory.
Continue reading Birds and Loafing
Walking out to the western shore of Lake Erie, I peered over the rocky and sandy shoreline in search of shorebirds which began migrating through southeast Michigan over the past few weeks.
I thought I heard a sound above me and I was right!
When I looked up, I saw a flock of around 40 American White Pelicans soaring overhead, slowly flapping their broad wings.
Continue reading Photo of the Week: American White Pelicans in Flight
For those readers who celebrate, I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day with your family and friends.
We saw the family of Sandhill Cranes yesterday at Lake Erie Metropark along the western shore of Lake Erie.
First time we’ve seen a crane family in spring with young chicks (viewed from the road, photo taken at a distance away with a telephoto lens).
Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day 2025!