utah – Page 123 – Feathered Photography

Magpies – They’re Already Building Nests

It’s crazy how early spring seems to be arriving around here.

Farmington Bald Eagle Update

For the past several weeks I’ve been receiving almost daily requests for the current and anticipated Bald Eagle situation at Farmington Bay WMA so this morning I’ve decided to be a little proactive with a blog post that covers most everything I know on the subject.

Raven Sneak Attack On A Golden Eagle In Flight

It isn’t every day that I get to photograph an aerial attack by a raven on a Golden Eagle.

Northern Harriers In Flight (and a tribute to an old lens)

Proof positive that the aging Canon 100-400mm lens can take high quality images.

Golden Eagles Playing In The Wind

For the past several weeks I’ve sporadically been photographing Golden Eagles on Antelope Island. Yesterday morning was the most fun (and the most disappointing) time with them yet.

Male Pintail – One Handsome Duck Dude

In my view the male Northern Pintail is the most elegant looking duck I see regularly.

Coyotes Steal A Jackrabbit From Golden Eagles

Yesterday morning there was some highly unexpected excitement on Antelope Island.

Wintering Burrowing Owl On Antelope Island

Burrowing Owls are “supposed” to migrate out of Utah during winter but yesterday I photographed one up close on Antelope Island that apparently didn’t read the book.

Chukars – A Pair

After a long time where they’ve been difficult to find on Antelope Island I’m finally beginning to see Chukars again.

Belted Kingfisher In Flight

Several Belted Kingfishers have been wintering in the Farmington area and as of late they’ve been slightly more cooperative than is typical of the species.