EASTERN NECK WILDLIFE REFUGE
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The Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis), also known as the grey squirrel depending on region, is a tree squirrel in the genus Sciurus. It is native to eastern North America, where it is the most prodigious and ecologically essential natural forest regenerator.The generic name, Sciurus, is derived from two Greek words, skia, meaning shadow, and oura, meaning tail. This name alludes to the squirrel sitting in the shadow of its tail. The specific epithet, carolinensis, refers to the Carolinas, where the species was first recorded and where the animal is still extremely common. In the United Kingdom and Canada, it is simply referred to as the "grey squirrel". In the US, "eastern" is used to differentiate the species from the western gray squirrel (Sciurus griseus).
This kingbird was very busy catching dragonflies at the river that allow me to be very close to him it was exciting to see how amazing he is finding food my perfect July 4th have a nice week and please be safe out there! :)
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Red Columbine is a fairly common spring wildflower. It is easily grown from seed and so many gardeners are beginning to grow this type of aquilegia. I spotted this one on a recent neighbourhood walk.
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Eastern Meadowlark
From Audubon:
A familiar bird, known by the black "V" on its chest when it sings from a fencepost, or by the flash of white tail feathers when it flushes from the grass. The clear whistled song of the Eastern Meadowlark can be heard in spring not only in the East but also in desert grasslands of the Southwest. Some scientists believe that the southwestern form is actually a different species. Other races of the Eastern Meadowlark are widespread in Central America and northern South America.
Photographed, of course, at Joe Overstreet Road.
Wikipedia: The eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis) is a small North American migratory thrush found in open woodlands, farmlands, and orchards.
The bright-blue breeding plumage of the male, easily observed on a wire or open perch, makes this species a favorite of birders. It is the state bird of Missouri and New York.
Conservation status: Least Concern
Pole Farm NJ.
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Very small and incredibly fast, I always know when Eastern Spinebills are in my garden because they have a distinctive call. Seeing them is a joy while taking photos is a challenge. So I was thrilled recently when my patience was rewarded with some half decent photos of this delightful little bird in my backyard.
The Eastern Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris) is a species of honeyeater found in south-eastern Australia in forest and woodland areas, including my garden. It is around 15 cm long, and has a distinctive black, white and chestnut plumage, a red eye, and a long downcurved bill. The call is a clear, high-pitched, staccato piping "chip-chip-chip", sometimes repeated for lengthy periods.
This bird and his mate were angrily defending the nest they established in a wooden bird box. Tree swallows were feverishly challenging them for the real estate. More images to come.
Spring weather has come early here in Georgia. The redbuds are in bloom already. A few L0uis1ana Waterthrush are beginning to show up on breeding grounds here but the first meaningful push of Spring migrants is yet a few weeks away.
It’s not called a kingbird for nothing. The Eastern Kingbird has a crown of yellow, orange, or red feathers on its head, but the crown is usually concealed. When it encounters a potential predator the kingbird may simultaneously raise its bright crown patch, stretch its beak wide open to reveal a red gape, and dive-bomb the intruder.
Nikon Z 9, Sigma 60-600mm Sports lens, 600mm, f/6.3, 1/1000, ISO 640. Effect of the sun's strong backlighting on this usually very dark flycatcher. View Large.
This Eastern Phoebe was perched on a fence along a grassland area in City View Park, Burlington, Ontario.
(Sayornis phoebe)
Taken at a friends house. Could only catch the male, the female is inside this little house sitting on eggs.
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