Kip’s Comments - August 26, 2025
Subtle Changes with a Life Bird For Me
Unless you are studying the environment, you may not be noticing how fast the season is changing. Soybeans and corn are beginning to yellow. Leaves on trees are changing their hues - some very slightly while others are more pronounced. And, the bird migration to warmer climates is well underway.
As I paddled the Wapsipinicon River this morning I was treated to four warbler species. One of those - the golden-winged warbler - was a life bird for me. I knew I was photographing something special, but did not realize it was a life bird. (A species I had not seen before.)
Golden-winged Warbler - Image 1018446
Chestnut-sided Warbler - Image 1018222
Magnolia Warbler - Image 1018723
Not only were the warblers active, but so too were several of our resident species. I was blessed to document interesting poses of several that I will share here. When you view the green heron, notice how a split-second or two in time as it was yawning make the bird appear threatening.
Green Heron - Image 1018602
Green Heron - Image 1018610
Green Heron - Image 1018680
Green Heron - Image 1018705
Eastern Phoebe - Image 1018277
Eastern Phoebe - Image 1018326
The painted turtles were out too!
Painted Turtle on Log - Image 1018756
Painted Turtles on Log - Image 1018784
Feather on Water - Image 1018403
