Wildlife

The current focus is birds; however, you never know what animals may prowl here!

And here is a copy of LifeLongPix's signature picture - cropped to suitable dimensions for framing. This picture is a classic case of "right place - right time". This female Common Merganser was taking off directly into the late afternoon sun, which illuminates her breast, feet, eyes, and the splashes behind. This is not a composite photo, but a single snapshot in time. This picture is on display at multiple locations throughout Denver, including a 3 year run at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal Nature Center.

A rare and beautiful bird - this male Osprey was seen at Turquoise Lake near Leadville, Co. He is keeping a close guard on his mate, incubating several eggs in their nearby nest.

The male Wood Duck is considered one of North America's most colorful birds. Once primarily an eastern species, this beautiful bird is starting to become more common in Colorado. In full spring color, this male stayed between me and his mate, providing a wonderful photo opportunity.

A Great Blue Heron is seen stalking prey near the ice's edge in February. A recently captured frog can be seen in its beak. Another top seller for LifeLongPix, this picture was also on display at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal Nature Center for three years.

A double view of the Great Blue. Some people prefer this photo upside down!

The Grey Jay's nickname is the Camp Robber Jay and will approach very closely looking for a handout. The picture was taken on Quandary Peak near Breckenridge, Colorado on a cold winter's day at 10,000 feet - just below timber line.

The American Red Robin. Taken near dusk with a slower shutter speed - it emphasizes the red breast and the branches frame the bird nicely.

A splash of sunlight catches a Mourning Dove looking out from an evergreen branch.

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