Red-tailed Hawk Standing In Grass

Red-tailed Hawk Standing In Grass

A vivid account of seeing a regal Red-tailed Hawk standing tall in an Oklahoma field, and a description of the bird’s appearance, habits and protected status.

Capturing a Curious Common Grackle

Young Common Grackle

A wildlife photographer describes encountering and photographing a young Common Grackle displaying vibrant iridescent plumage and a watchful, curious nature.

The Feet of a Black Vulture

Close-up of Black Vulture feet with gray scaly skin and black talons standing on textured tree bark.

A wildlife photographer takes photos of a Black Vulture’s feet and analyzes how they reveal the bird’s adaptation for walking and scavenging carrion.