Another wigeon photo I took one November day. It looked like he was enjoying his greens đ.
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STREET REFLECTIONS
I liked the colour and the slight distortion of the street scene reflected in the glass.
THE BEE MEANS BUSINESS
It didnât look like there was too much goodness left in the flower but the bee had other ideas!
SEASON DRAWING DOWN
This scene was taken on a late fall day a few years ago but today’s cold wind is a hint of whatâs to come. The wood ducks hold on until the first frost, so theyâll be around for a bit longer.
EASTERN SCREECH OWL (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
We took a walk recently along the edges of a local reserve; we havenât walked its trails since Covid struck, the place is packed with people. The crowds must have driven this eastern screech owl out of the park and close to where we were walking. Weâve only seen these owls in daylight and usually looking half asleep đ .
STARLING
European starlings have a bad reputation – they can push native birds from nesting cavities, damage crops and more. Yet, after a long winter, theyâre one of the first birds to return and are attractive with their iridescent colouring. This individual looked pretty mellow.
CABBAGE WHITE BUTTERFLY
I took this photo earlier in the summer. Cabbage whites are some of the first butterflies we see in the spring and theyâre still flying well into September. Given how cool the nights are getting you have to marvel at their tenacity.
BIRD BUDDIES
There were a lot of ring-billed gulls fishing on the river. These two immature birds took a time out.
CAUGHT IN THE REFLECTION
As attractive as wigeons are, I think the reflections make the photograph. The colours were just right on this early November day.
BUSY SEASON (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
As the end of summer approaches itâs time to prepare for the colder weather. It looks like the chipmunk above is doing a little product sampling.
SUNDAY DUCK
Duck enjoying a quiet paddle.
FALL HERON
I was taking in the scenery when I saw a Great Blue Heron doing the same. It was early November and heâd be leaving soon for sunnier climes.
THE DAHLIA AND THE BEETLE
The Japanese Beetle had a tenuous grip on the dahlia but managed to right itself. They are attractive beetles but are destructive and feed on a large variety of plants. No friend to gardeners!
HONEY BEE
The early bee gets the pollen. One of the first bees I saw this year on a wild rose.
GREAT EGRET – 2
Another lazy day on the river; a Great Egret stretching its legs.
FEMALE HOUSE SPARROW
House sparrows are common in our cities and attractive little birds. Local nesting spots are in the eaves of an office building and in the crevice of a house in the neighbourhood. I check these spots out every spring.
PEKIN DUCKS – 2
Earlier in the summer we ran into this charming pair in a small yard downtown. We looked for them every time we passed by. We went back a few times and then one day they were gone. I hope they found a place in the country and didnât meet with fowl play đ.
SOME KIND OF DUCK
Itâs been a while since Iâve photographed any ducks but I believe this is a non breeding male mallard. Looking Good đ.
PURPLE REIGNS (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
Violets are delicate looking but are really quite hardy. These garden flowers form a natural bouquet. I thought Iâd add the clematis to continue with the purple theme.
WATER LILY
Thereâs something very peaceful about watching water lilies float on the waterâs surface, I was kind of hoping for a frog to come along too but not that day.
GREAT EGRET
Weâve had few opportunities to see or photograph great egrets in the last year and a half. Our favourite reserve has been jam-packed since Covid struck and we havenât been back. We parked by the Ottawa River recently hoping to see one of these beautiful birds and luck was with us.
RIVER VIEW (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
Thereâs a spot on the river where the cormorants gather. The silhouetted bird was sharing the tree with four other birds. I wish I had a longer lens that day.
FLOWER POWER
These sunflowers were growing in a shady spot facing the river but the sun found them anyway.
TRYING TO BLEND IN
A friend spotted the leopard frog in the grass. Pretty good observation as the frog hadnât just jumped to that spot. It remained in place long after I had moved on.
RING-BILLED GULL
I saw this young gull by the river and I liked the pose it struck. We normally see gulls in the city, congregating in groups. When they fly overhead, itâs wise to keep an eye on the sky đ.
THIS OLD HOUSE
This building was a neighourhood grocery a long time ago. It’s divided into apartments now. Its brick facade is a favourite stage of mine to showcase its wildflower garden. I stop by regularly, all year round.
CURIOUS
I liked this little dog. It watched me closely but never barked. Not guard dog material, I guess.
SECOND LOOK
As we turned the corner I saw these two and thought they looked pretty lifelike for lawn ornaments. When one duck moved its head I almost jumped. Iâve never seen a Pekin Duck before and never downtown. We stopped by to visit a few times over several days, more photos to comeâŠ
CITY OASIS (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
Sometimes you just have to get away đ.
NATURAL EXUBERANCE (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
Seen on one of my neighbourhood walks.
BEE SEASON
Itâs been a good summer for bees. This sweat bee or halictid bee was one of three different varieties I saw in the space of a few minutes. More to comeâŠ
DAHLIA AND FRIEND (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
Summertime and so many flowers. Some bolder than others.
CITYSCAPE
The old house that once stood on this lot was torn down many years ago. The land hasn’t been developed and is enclosed by a mesh fence which I shot through. I was struck by the sunflowers standing tall. They continue to flower and give pleasure to anyone that passes by.
DOWNTOWN BIRDS (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
House sparrows are not native to North America but have adapted very well and are common in urban areas. Iâm featuring a male and female I saw on a recent walk.
FEMALE GOLDFINCH
Goldfinches breed later in the summer than a lot of other birds. I watched as the goldfinch gathered nesting material and flew back and forth to her nest deep in the trees.
SIDEWALK VIEW-2 (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)
I thought the little statue added some charm to this small yard. It looked as nicely weathered as the house beside it.
CABBAGE WHITE
Cabbage White on the fly.
LEOPARD FROG
Frogs blend in well to their surroundings. I was lucky to see this leopard frog as it stood out against the grey of the pebbles.
THE DAISY AND THE BEE
A nice pair, they complement each other.
GRAND ENTRANCE
Coneflowers in summer, a welcoming sight.
BELINDA GROVER PHOTOGRAPHY 