Black Vultures are one of the vulture species that call North America home. They are about the same size as Turkey Vultures but they lack the red head. Like their red-headed cousins, Black Vultures can often be seen riding thermals looking for carrion. I got these particular shots at Harper’s Ferry. For more information onContinue reading “For The Birds: Black Vultures”
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Happy World Environment Day!
Today is World Environment Day! Since 1973, the United Nations has brought us World Environment Day. This year the event is hosted by Sweden. 2022 also marks the 50th anniversary of the first global conference when the environment was a major talking point. As this year’s slogan suggests, we only have one Earth, and weContinue reading “Happy World Environment Day!”
Feline Friday
Happy Friday everyone! Next week (June 5-11) is Pet Appreciation Week. Here are my little ones! Be sure to spoil yours extra this week!
For The Birds: Great Blue Herons
The James River is home to a large group of Great Blue Herons. I hope you like these shots!
Life On The James
This is another collection of photographs I took around the James River and it’s inhabitants. I hope you like them!
For The Birds: Canada Geese
Here are some photos I have gotten of the geese that call Richmond home. Enjoy!
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone filling the role of mother, those who long to be mothers and to those missing their mother figures today.
RVA Wildlife
This is a collection of wildlife photos I have gotten while exploring Richmond. The James River provides a great habitat for so many species. I hope you like them! For those who want to get to know the wildlife here in Richmond better, you can visit the Osprey Cam provided by Friends of the JamesContinue reading “RVA Wildlife”
My First Rockwood Park Visit
I recently took my first hike after moving to Virginia. I went to a park in Chesterfield County called Rockwood Park. There is a well marked trail system that snakes through the park. There is a nature center as well, though it was closed until 4/1 for renovations so I did not get go duringContinue reading “My First Rockwood Park Visit”
Pluto The Poe Museum Cat
The Poe Museum in Richmond has two resident black cats, Pluto and Edgar. According to their Instagram account, the boys were found as small kittens in the shrine area. The pair enjoys greeting guests and roaming the grounds. Donations to the museum cover their food and medical care. During my visit, Pluto gave me aContinue reading “Pluto The Poe Museum Cat”