Osprey Nest!!

 We had a tip about a local Osprey nest, so we stopped by there today. They are still actively nest building, but eggs won't be far off. Some looks....

Eastwood Metropark Great Horned Owls

We took advantage of the lovely sunshine today and visited a Great Horned Owl nest in Montgomery County.

Still one Owlet in the nest with Mom. The other was soaking up that sun. Had fun visiting and chatting with other owl watchers!

Swan vs Turtles

 

Sound on!

This Mute Swan at Old Reid Park had us in stitches today. I shot video with my OM-1 M2 to catch the action.

It did not want the turtles on "his" log.

Kind of like a Whack-a-Turtle game.

Wood Ducks

While hiking at Old Reid/Kirby Preserve today, I spotted this Wood Duck pair.
I've observed Wood Ducks in this location several times over the years, and I suspect that they nest nearby.
What gorgeous ducks!!

Montgomery County Great Horned Owls

 We made the short drive to Montgomery County to see and photograph a Great Horned Owl nest .
Remarkably, this nest is in the open and is easily viewable. Apparently, it's been the site of a GHO nest for about 8 years. 

 

Lunar Eclipse

 I shot the Full Worm Moon Lunar Eclipse from midnight until 5:15 am. While I was using the Vaonis Vespera smart telescope, I also shot with my regular camera gear...the OM-i M2 and Zuiko 100-400mm lens. 
I much prefer the OM-1 images, as they show off the lovely red colors.
Here's a couple and a composite image with images from the main phases.  

A Pileated Woodpecker at Old Reid Park.