Hawk on Our Fence

Just when we thought everything quieted down, we wondered why? With all the birds stopped swooping and singing, there must be a reason. We didn't hear the screeching of the hawk, just outside our kitchen window. The hawk just sat there, regally, knowing it was top dog. Every other bird just cowered in silence. This was not one alpha to challenge. Its claws must have been at least a curved inch long. But for now, it just wanted to survey the scene, confident that its roost was secure. 

No, we didn't want to venture out, either. After spending some time in our wisteria, the hawk quickly glided out of site.

We hoped our hummingbirds would not be too spooked, and come back to our feeders.

Lake George

View of Crystal Lake. This is Heaven. Fishing is only fair so far.

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Almost Heaven!

Just arrived in Mammouth Lakes. Wonderful, wonderful.


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So, Just Were These Photos Taken?

Hint, near central Contra Costa County…

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Our View of Rainbow Tower

Here's a fuller view from our living room balcony. The rainbow in the tower is shrouded in a black web, because of on-going construction. 

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Lower View from Our Suite

We're at the Hilton Hawaiian at the Tapa Tower. This view is towards the ocean (South). The Rainbow tower is that building on the upper right. I'll feature it soon, but the lighting isn't all that good right now. 

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Cedar Waxwings Not to be Outdone

After the Robins had their fill of Pyracantha berries, the Cedar Waxwings gleaned the rest. Being smaller and more agile, these cuties could more easy reach the leftovers.

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Grand Central for Pyracantha

Our Pyracantha bushes served as magnets for the voracious Robins. They literally fought each other for each berry.

They picked the most accessible berries and left the rest to the Cedar Waxwings (See the next post. )

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Birds Forage on Pyracantha Berties

An almost Spring day in late January brought out myriads of birds for a feast.

In this shot, a plump Robin snatches a prized pyracantha berry. Within 15 minutes the berries were gone. Some Robins acted drunk--from the berries, and barely could fly.

Next post will show the bushes crowded with Robins.

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Bellagio Panorama

The Bellagio's Conservatory was festive as ever. This year they featured penguins and polar bears. All the winter animals had fun skating, twirling and spinning.

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