There's something incredibly therapeutic about packing up some gear, stepping into the great outdoors, and letting nature set the pace. On a bright, beautifully clear Friday afternoon in mid-June, I set out on a specific wildlife mission: to photograph the striking Red-winged Blackbird. With temperatures holding steady at a warm 75°F and a few picturesque clouds dotting the blue sky, conditions were perfect for a trek through the vibrant Julian Wetlands. Setting the Scene Equ

If you have ever spent a quiet morning near a marsh, a roadside ditch, or a wet meadow, you’ve likely heard it before you saw it: a musical, buzzing conk-la-ree! echoing across the reeds. The Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) is one of North America’s most abundant and recognizable native birds. But while they are a common sight, they are anything but ordinary. To truly appreciate this striking creature, you have to watch what happens the exact moment it decides to t

Here are some recent shots of this colorful bird. #redwingedblackbird #birds #outdoors #photography #pennsylvania

This female almost gave me the look at her colors. She was only on that branch for less than a minute more like 20 seconds. I like the...