Steven Thomas Photography

I was indeed. Such a great place, especially this time of year

As early spring migration continues, more and more species are arriving here in upstate New York. This week's favorite is the Northern Shoveler. A stunning, well adapted member of the dabbling duck family. Until we meet again.......
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Thank you very much Jumahl

Wood Duck drake. He was one of many that came by dabbling away.

Ring-necked drake. I am seeing more and more of them as migration continues.

Northern Pintail drake. This was last week when the ice was stilling flowing out.

Ring-necked Hen glowing in the morning sun.

Early spring migration is in full swing here on the Susquehanna River. Here are a few of the recent visitors. All images captured by me here in Owego, NY. Descriptions in the alt text.
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Thank you very much bob

Thank you very much

Thank you. I thought the same

Beautiful! Thank you Dorte

A Pileated Woodpecker heading up to a willow tree. A top view of its beautiful wings.
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Thank you

Thank you

Love that. Enjoy them!

Seeing this male Northern Cardinal waiting out the rain was a pleasant surprise on a wet, dreary day.
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I was able to find the Northern Harriers this weekend. Watching them hunt is very exciting. Their abilities in flight are mind blowing to watch. This photo shows the female as she suddenly changes direction and drops into the field below.
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Thank you. Always a thrill to see them, especially this time of year

love it!

Thank you. And I agree, the males get all the attention

This female Northern Cardinal offered a welcome splash of color on another snowy winter day here in upstate New York.
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Thank you

Thank you Carl

Thank you

Not at all

Thank you. Mine too!

Mine too. What a show they put on

A recent "taillights" view of a female Northern Harrier. A well engineered raptor, and very exciting to observe.
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A frigid, windy morning Cardinal.
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I had the absolute joy of observing this female Northern Harrier yesterday as she hunted in a local field.
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Thank you

I waited in the brush for for what felt like forever and finally this Wood Duck emerged from the snag where he had been preening amongst the thick branches. Breathtaking to be this close to such a beautiful drake.
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Thank you. It's my pleasure Richard