Sandhill Crane and Colt
A Sandhill Crane colt in the reeds with one of its parents. From May 22nd 2026 in Yellowstone.
Tag: Birds of Yellowstone
A 3rd Osprey Attacks a Nesting pair of Osprey
An Osprey comes in for an attack of a nesting pair of Osprey with chicks in the nest. The adult at the bottom of the photo sprung into action and chased the invader off.
Photographed June 15th in Yellowstone. … Continue readingA 3rd Osprey Attacks a Nesting pair of Osprey
The Northern Pygmy Owl, Yellowstone’s Tiny Predator
A Northern Pygmy Owl, Yellowstone’s Tiny Predator
Nestled in the forests of Yellowstone National Park, the Northern Pygmy Owl stands out not for its size, but for its mighty spirit. Despite being one of the smallest owls in North America, measuring just 6-7 inches tall, this diminutive raptor is a formidable hunter. With its sharp talons and keen eyesight, it preys on insects, small birds, and even animals as large as itself, proving that courage and skill know no size. … Continue readingThe Northern Pygmy Owl, Yellowstone’s Tiny Predator
Great Horned Owl and Her Owlet
It has been amazing to see how fast this Great Horned owlet has grown in the last week since I
Two Sandhill Cranes perform a Courtship Dance
Check out these two Sandhill Cranes performing a courtship dance in Yellowstone National Park. It is early April and this
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Sandhill Cranes foraging and feeding their 2 colts (chicks) in Yellowstone national Park
My friends in Texas and California may have seen Sandhill Cranes when they leave us when it gets cold here