An Assortment of Wildlife
An Assortment of Wildlife
It’s always nice to find an assortment of wildlife to photograph. I love everything from the big mammals, to birds. They all hold a fascination for me, and have a beauty all their own.
When I was exploring on Saturday, this raven flew into a tree above me. I love, love ravens so of course I had to get his photo.
I also saw this momma moose with her young one all curled up and trying to stay warm. This was a first for me, to see a moose curled up like a puppy. I’m sure they get chilly though, like everyone else.
That evening we went back to where I had seen these two, and found this impressive bull moose. Look at the neck on this guy. This was a new bull moose for me, so that was fun.
Sunday morning we got up super early, and started hiking along the snake river. I had originally wanted to get some landscape shots with the Tetons, but it was pretty cloudy over the mountains. So we hiked in the foggy, misty river bottom instead. We turned into the thick forest, because we had herd elk bugling in the woods. We did the major sneak….no twig breaking, as quite as a mouse. We caught glimpses of elk in the trees, but they knew we were there and the forest is so thick it was impossible to get good shots.
This bull was huge. I wish I could have got him out in the open.
Not a better way to spend a morning though. It was gorgeous. And FYI, we always go hiking with bear spray. You would be foolish not to.
We drove towards Teton national park, and hit an animal jam. I hopped out with my camera, not knowing what everyone was seeing. Right away, a momma moose and her young one were running in my general direction. They just wanted to get into the trees, and away from all the people.
I snapped this shot of the young one. They then blended into the forest, and everyone went on their merry way.
Remember back in early July when I showed you this photo of the cygnets? I took this shot July 10th, and there were 6 babies. A few days later there were 5, and somewhere along the line they became 3.
Look how they have grown! 2 of them are gray, and one is white.
They are still hanging out with mom and dad though.
And I just have to share this stormy Teton photo I took on Saturday.
Happy Tuesday!!
I knew I’d be in for a retreat before I headed out to work this morning. Your wildlife photos are always an uplift toward the heavens. Thank you, Mary!
I love ravens too… they remind me so much of people… and they are super smart!
Those cuddled up moose make one want to jump in and cuddle with them!
I can’t believe how big the cygnets have gotten! You can’t ever show us too many wildlife photos, or too many different kinds! The scenery never gets old either. :)
That scenery never gets old. I understand why you love it there so much. Hopefully I can squeeze in a week up there next summer.
I’ve never seen antlers that big!
Wow, as usual, fab pics. That raven shot is great! And love the curled up moose! Sorry to see there aren’t as many baby birdies – but they are sure growing up to be beautiful!
(BTW, did you see my answer to your question on my blog? The last email I got from you was to say you’d managed to download the book with no problem. If that’s the one you meant, then yes, I saw it! Thought I replied to it… but maybe that was only in my mind.) :)
You wildlife photos have always amazed me. The access and the beautiful framing.
I see why you spend September in Wyoming. We are talking about doing the same thing as you next year! I want to see those Tetons and the gorgeous wildlife.
I love the reflective photo of the Tetons!
Hello, I love the moose and young one curled up. The bull moose is awesome. Cool shots of the elk. The Swans are beautiful too. Gorgeous captures of the mountains. Happy weekend to you!