Snowy Egrets – Grace in the Shallows
This morning at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch in Gilbert, AZ, I had the chance to witness a small spectacle of nature – a group of snowy egrets working the shrinking ponds, chasing after…
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Desert Mornings and Round-Tailed Ground Squirrels: A Memorial Day Close to Home
/ 1 year agoWhile nearly 40 million people are hitting the road this Memorial Day weekend, we’re opting for a quieter approach - staying close to home and enjoying the local wildlife.One of the highlights this time of…
Read MorePatience Pays Off: A Close Encounter with a Beaver
/ 1 year agoFor the past several weeks, I’ve been visiting a quiet stretch of the Salt River in Mesa, Arizona - just 10 minutes from our home. It’s become something of a ritual: early mornings, camera in hand,…
Read MoreChasing Lesser Nighthawks
/ 2 years agoThe past few mornings, I’ve been out at the Salt River trying to photograph Lesser Nighthawks. It’s been equal parts fascinating and frustrating .They start showing up as the sun warms the air - just…
Read MoreA Two-Hour Wait for a Moment of Magic: The Osprey’s Dive
/ 2 years agoWe waited for over two hours by the Salt River, hoping something would happen. Just when we started thinking about heading out, it did.Around 8 a.m., the river was quiet, the light still soft, and…
Read MoreA Full-Circle Moment
/ 2 years agoMore than 20 years ago, we took our first steps toward a new life in the U.S. – from finding an immigration lawyer to receiving our Green Cards to settling into a new home. Today,…
Read MoreA Wild Reunion – River Otter Mating, One Year Later
/ 2 years agoAlmost a year ago, Jackie and I witnessed the playful courtship of river otters - a quiet, graceful dance. Today was anything but quiet! From the moment I spotted them, the scene was pure chaos…
Read MoreDesert Oasis: Watching Hummingbirds Enjoy the Morning Waters
/ 2 years agoThe early mornings at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, AZ have been nothing short of magical. Over the past couple of weeks, we've had the pleasure of watching Anna’s and Costa’s hummingbirds gather around…
Read MoreHoliday Greetings
/ 2 years agoAs we wrap up another year, we are filled with gratitude for all the incredible moments and wildlife experiences we’ve had.From the vibrant landscapes of Page, Arizona, and the awe-inspiring Wave in October, to the…
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