Month: December 2016

Categories
Birds Wildlife

Christmas Day

Merlin
Merlin or Pigeon Hawk

My wife Kate and I decided to spend this Christmas out in the park before heading an evening dinner party with friends. We managed to get out early before the crowds to find some wildlife hopefully bathing in the morning sun. This time of the year there is all sorts of visitors flying or swimming in for the winter. The day turned out just wonderful with us viewing Elephant Seals,Elk, Coyotes, Hawks, Owls-Burrowing,Bobcats and even a Merlin (falcon). It was a wonderful Christmas Day and I thanks the heavens for the wonderful presents Point Reyes Seashore gave us that day.

Cheers
Randall

Merlin
Merlin or Pigeon Hawk
Categories
Raptors and Owls

Burrowing Owl

My wife and I had a wonderful time today roaming around Point Reyes. It was just one of those days and the wildlife was visibly active throughout the seashore. We were lucky enough to see 8 cats during the afternoon. Mostly at a distance as they aware of the Sunday traffic. Our day was punctuated by the sight of a beautiful litlle Burrowing Owl. I noticed him at a far distance and we were able to pull over and observe it. Wanting to get closer I got out and proceed to crawl across the ground without it seeing me. Luckily when it finally had me in its sight it did not take to air. Instead it was a bit curious and watched me watching him. A wonderful encounter which resulted in some fun photos. One or two photos will be available for prints at aussiewildphotography very soon.

Cheers

Randall