A short Trip to Page, AZ – Blown away
Four months ago, Jackie won the advanced lottery for The Wave for Tuesday, October 29th. We invited our friend Mike T. to join us this time. The weather forecast for the week is favorable, except…
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Capturing the Charm of Juvenile Cooper’s Hawks
Lately, I've had the pleasure of observing a group of four juvenile Cooper’s hawks. According to Wikipedia, the Cooper’s hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is a medium-sized hawk native to the North American continent and found from…
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The Least Bitterns Return: New Life at the Gilbert Water Preserve
Like many years before, the world’s tiniest herons, the Least Bittern have chosen the Gilbert Water Preserve to have their chicks this summer. Adapted uniquely for marsh life, this elusive bird and its charming chicks…
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Exploring Arizona’s Crested Caracara Habitat
Arizona's wilderness harbors hidden marvels, among them the Southern Crested Caracara (Caracara plancus), a majestic raptor adding an aura of mystery to the desert landscape. Its remarkable adaptability is evident in its presence from the…
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Yearly visitors – White-faced Ibis
Arizona's vast and diverse landscapes are not just a haven for adventurers and nature enthusiasts; they are also home to a myriad of fascinating bird species. Among these avian treasures is the striking White-faced Ibis…
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Rare encounter – Coatimundis
I recently learned about a population of Coatis at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum – the oldest and largest botanical garden in Arizona. While we have been living in the United States since 2009, I only…
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A Tender Christmas Tribute
As we approach the holiday season, a mix of emotions envelops this time of celebration. This Christmas holds a special significance - it's the first without my beloved mom, who sadly left us in June,…
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Coyote encounter at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, Gilbert, AZ
Coyotes (Canis latrans) play a vital role in Arizona's diverse ecosystems, adapting seamlessly to the state's arid and varied landscapes. Commonly found throughout the region, these highly adaptable canids are known for their intelligence and…
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Coyote Buttes South – An alternative to The Wave
We are leaving the hotel just after 6am to be at the turn off from House Rock Road to the narrow, sandy road that leads to Cottonwood Cove just before sunrise.The sand seems to be…
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