“Birds of Florida, Herring Gull”…
… the largest and least commonly seen Gull here in Southwest Florida. Picture the Ring Billed Gull which we looked at last week and super size it, then add a red spot on the bill rather than a dark...
View ArticleBirds of Florida, Ruddy Turnstone
I’d like to give you something! Before we get into the bird of the week, I’d like to start a trivia contest for readers. For each question answered correctly, you’ll get points toward a 16×20 canvas...
View ArticleBirds of Florida, Wilson’s Plover
We’re getting more into those little birds who all ”look the same” that you see scurrying along our beaches, sandbars and mudflats. Want to sound real smart at your next cocktail party thrown by...
View ArticleBirds of Florida, Bald Eagle
Saving the best almost for last let’s take a look at this magnificent bird, our nation’s symbol and the top of the avian food chain. Some facts on the Bald Eagle- -Florida has the second largest...
View ArticleExposing Exposure…
Have you ever had the pleasure of re learning something you’d forgotten or became so habituated to that it was taken for granted? I did recently. Today’s modern digital cameras take a ton of old...
View ArticleWinter Means Wildlife Photography
I like lots of you are from up North and the novelty of looking forward to Winter is always amusing. Know the feeling? Not because we all eschew Summer here in Southwest Florida but because Winter...
View ArticleOn Meeting The Bird Photographer…
Ever meet someone who is the best of the best in their field? Last weekend I got to do so while attending the Florida Camera Club Council’s convention where I was honored to give 2 presentations on...
View ArticleUpcoming Birding Excursion, Burrowing Owls & More
It’s not unusual to receive an email asking ”When’s your next photo excursion”? So the answer to that one is “Next Wednesday”! Burrowing owls, wading birds and more are on the ticket down on Marco...
View Article3 Tricks For Photographing Birds In Flight…
During a photography class along the beach last week there was an interest in photographing birds in flight so I thought I’d share some tips that will help with this tricky but fun pursuit. The idea...
View Article“Birds of Florida, Wood Stork”…They’re Back-
… the large white bird with the scaly head, long semi curved bill and pink feet. Recent drives along the waterways of I-75, Rt 41 & other areas have proven that they’re back. With luck they’ll...
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