Waves of Seals

An unusually high number of Harbour Seals took residency in the the waters off of White Rock Beach recently to feast on anchovies.

Northern Beauty: The Canada Jay

This highly curious Whiskey Jack is on winter watch off Route 480’s 150 km stretch

Crimson Curiosity

Along route 480’s 150km stretch, flocks of Redpolls take flight from the roadside edge where they feed on buds; this one had an intense state down with me.

Inattentive Audience

Clover flower and a friend.

Bumblebee on a clover flower. Just to put some colours and warmth on your winter. (taken in august)

Short-eared Owls are still here in Central BC

The short-eared owls are still here in central BC, most likely due to the dismal amount of snow we have this year. The fields have lots of grass showing through allowing them to continue to hunt easily. I'm sure the owls will stay as long as they have access to a good food source!

Short-eared Owls are still here in Central BC

The short-eared owls are still here in central BC, most likely due to the dismal amount of snow we have this year. The fields have lots of grass showing through allowing them to continue to hunt easily. I'm sure the owls will stay as long as they have access to a good food source!

Short-eared Owls are still here in Central BC

The short-eared owls are still here in central BC, most likely due to the dismal amount of snow we have this year. The fields have lots of grass showing through allowing them to continue to hunt easily. I'm sure the owls will stay as long as they have access to a good food source!

Japaneese garden style

Found that spot along the Massawipi river. Look so much like a Japaneese garden. (taken in july)

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

The Second before Impact

This Short-eared owl changed direction and dropped to the ground so quickly I barely had time to follow it. The impact looked substantial and the owl was initially motionless causing me to hold my breath and cross my fingers. Once it started to wriggle around I knew it was still trying to control its prey under the snow. Fortunately for the owl, but not the mouse, it eventually lifted off and perched in a tree to enjoy its meal.

Waves of Seals

An unusually high number of Harbour Seals took residency in the the waters off of White Rock Beach recently to feast on anchovies.

Northern Beauty: The Canada Jay

This highly curious Whiskey Jack is on winter watch off Route 480’s 150 km stretch

Crimson Curiosity

Along route 480’s 150km stretch, flocks of Redpolls take flight from the roadside edge where they feed on buds; this one had an intense state down with me.

Inattentive Audience

Clover flower and a friend.

Bumblebee on a clover flower. Just to put some colours and warmth on your winter. (taken in august)

Short-eared Owls are still here in Central BC

The short-eared owls are still here in central BC, most likely due to the dismal amount of snow we have this year. The fields have lots of grass showing through allowing them to continue to hunt easily. I'm sure the owls will stay as long as they have access to a good food source!

Short-eared Owls are still here in Central BC

The short-eared owls are still here in central BC, most likely due to the dismal amount of snow we have this year. The fields have lots of grass showing through allowing them to continue to hunt easily. I'm sure the owls will stay as long as they have access to a good food source!

Short-eared Owls are still here in Central BC

The short-eared owls are still here in central BC, most likely due to the dismal amount of snow we have this year. The fields have lots of grass showing through allowing them to continue to hunt easily. I'm sure the owls will stay as long as they have access to a good food source!

Japaneese garden style

Found that spot along the Massawipi river. Look so much like a Japaneese garden. (taken in july)

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Red-tailed Hawk

I had the privilege to watch this lovely Red-tailed Hawk hunting. It dove into the grass twice but was unsuccessful each time. I wonder how many times it has to dive before it manages to catch its next meal.

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

Sunset Short-eared Owls

Such a pleasure to watch the short-eared owls hunt at sunset! Love hearing them chirp at each other!

The Second before Impact

This Short-eared owl changed direction and dropped to the ground so quickly I barely had time to follow it. The impact looked substantial and the owl was initially motionless causing me to hold my breath and cross my fingers. Once it started to wriggle around I knew it was still trying to control its prey under the snow. Fortunately for the owl, but not the mouse, it eventually lifted off and perched in a tree to enjoy its meal.