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Artist - photographer - nature lover - dog rescuer - humanist

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Eric Lindahl 📷 🦅🐺🦋🐋🦉🐝 🦦 🦢 @eric-lindahl.bsky.social · May 25
#nature #photography #birds #duck #woodduck

Wood Duck hen and chicks. - taken 5.23.25 - Description in alt text
Friday as I was walking through my favorite nature center, down the long floating bridge, to where the Egrets hang out, I spotted this Wood Duck hen and her adorable chicks!! Other photographers had walked right by them. Even though I got many great shots that day, this was my favorite. A wood duck hen is a female wood duck, a species known for its beautiful and unique appearance. While male wood ducks are brightly colored with iridescent feathers, hen wood ducks have a more muted, brownish-gray plumage, with white markings around their eyes and on their wings. They also have a white belly and throat, and their legs and feet are dark yellow. Wood duck ducklings, also known as ducklings, are born with a full coat of downy feathers, appearing mostly gray and brown.
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#nature #photography #birds #commongull

Common Gull - Description in alt text
I love Gulls, this is not a great photo, haven't captured a lot of great shots lately, but I like it. Adult common gulls are 40–46 cm (16–18 in) long and a wingspan of 100–115 cm (39–45 in), noticeably smaller than the herring gull and slightly smaller than the ring-billed gull. It is further distinguished from the ring-billed gull by its shorter, more tapered bill, which is a more greenish shade of yellow and is unmarked during the breeding season. The body is grey above and white below.
October 19, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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#nature #photography #birds #downywoodpecker

Downy Woodpecker - Description in alt text
I keep achieving self imposed goals for nature photography. I have many crapy photos of Downy Woodpeckers, yesterday I finally had the opportunity to capture some reasonable quality images of this bird, in the golden hour! Adult downy woodpeckers are the smallest of North America's woodpeckers, but there are many smaller species elsewhere, especially the piculets. The downy woodpecker is mainly black on the upperparts and wings, with a white back, throat and belly and white spotting on the wings. There is one white bar above the eye, and one below. They have a black tail with white outer feathers barred with black. Adult males have a red patch on the back of the head whereas juvenile males I keep achieving self imposed goals for nature photography. I have many crapy photos of Downy Woodpeckers, yesterday I finally had the opportunity to capture some reasonable quality images of this bird, in the golden hour! Adult downy woodpeckers are the smallest of North America's woodpeckers, but there are many smaller species elsewhere, especially the piculets. The downy woodpecker is mainly black on the upperparts and wings, with a white back, throat and belly and white spotting on the wings. There is one white bar above the eye, and one below. They have a black tail with white outer feathers barred with black. Adult males have a red patch on the back of the head whereas juvenile males I keep achieving self imposed goals for nature photography. I have many crapy photos of Downy Woodpeckers, yesterday I finally had the opportunity to capture some reasonable quality images of this bird, in the golden hour! Adult downy woodpeckers are the smallest of North America's woodpeckers, but there are many smaller species elsewhere, especially the piculets. The downy woodpecker is mainly black on the upperparts and wings, with a white back, throat and belly and white spotting on the wings. There is one white bar above the eye, and one below. They have a black tail with white outer feathers barred with black. Adult males have a red patch on the back of the head whereas juvenile males
October 19, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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#nature #photography #birds #cedarwaxwing

Cedar Waxwings - Description in alt text
I have not had anything great, nature photo related, to post in awhile. I take my camera on every walk with Sky, twice a day. Yesterday we were walking along the creek near Nokomis, when I heard this wonderful cacophony of bird calls.... my Merlin app told me I was near, among others, Cedar Waxwings! I looked around, and sure enough, there were dozens!! Now this was magical because in my 60 years of wandering, I was not aware of these gorgeous birds. This year when I became aware of them, I set out to capture photos of them. Yesterday was the first time I got reasonable shots. Here are a few. The one I love is of the couple. These two would bounce back and forth between being intimately close, then a little apart. they kept trading this tiny twig (Not nesting season!) back and forth, like they were sharing gifts!Sometime it looked like they were kissing. Whatever the reason, it was a sweet exchange to watch. Cedar waxwings are medium-sized birds approximately 6–7 in (15–18 cm) long and weighing roughly 30 g (1 oz). Wingspan ranges from 8.7 to 11.8 in (22 to 30 cm).[8] They are smaller and browner than their close relative, the Bohemian waxwing (which breeds farther to the north and west). Their markings are a "silky, shiny collection of brown, gray, and lemon-yellow, accented with a subdued crest, rakish black mask, and brilliant-red wax droplets on the wing feathers."[9] These droplets may be the same colour as the madrone berries they are known to eat. Cedar waxwings are medium-sized birds approximately 6–7 in (15–18 cm) long and weighing roughly 30 g (1 oz). Wingspan ranges from 8.7 to 11.8 in (22 to 30 cm).[8] They are smaller and browner than their close relative, the Bohemian waxwing (which breeds farther to the north and west). Their markings are a "silky, shiny collection of brown, gray, and lemon-yellow, accented with a subdued crest, rakish black mask, and brilliant-red wax droplets on the wing feathers."[9] These droplets may be the same colour as the madrone berries they are known to eat.
October 19, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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#nature #photography #birds #raptors #eagle #redtailhawk #greathornedowl #gho

Raptors in residence - Carpenter Nature Center - Description in alt text
The photos are a closeup of a Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk and a Great Horned Owl. The photos are a closeup of a Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk and a Great Horned Owl. The photos are a closeup of a Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk and a Great Horned Owl.
September 28, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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#nature #photography #birds #raptors #release

Raptor release - Carpenter Nature Center - Description in alt text
Saturday we drove out of the city to the Carpenter Nature Center, to watch Raptor releases! They released 4 birds that day, 2 Broad-winged Hawks, 1 Red-tailed Hawk and an Eagle. Of the first three, I only got a couple decent shots, the Eagle just looked so awkward running, lol. Lessons learned.... 1) Don't sit too close!! Last year I sat way too close, and got no good shots. 2) Don't sit too far away!! Yeah.. this year too far away... the birds were so small and fast, I missed out. Oh well, next year for sure!! As with so many things, find the center! I did get some great closeups of the captive raptors. Unfortunately for them, they are permanent residents. Lucky for us, they are beautiful and closeup! The photos are of several people, some park employees & volunteers, in green shirts, others are public. They are on a wooden platform. They have a table on which they place various soft animal crates. In these shots, the various birds are flying out of the crates, into the blue sky of freedom! Saturday we drove out of the city to the Carpenter Nature Center, to watch Raptor releases! They released 4 birds that day, 2 Broad-winged Hawks, 1 Red-tailed Hawk and an Eagle. Of the first three, I only got a couple decent shots, the Eagle just looked so awkward running, lol. Lessons learned.... 1) Don't sit too close!! Last year I sat way too close, and got no good shots. 2) Don't sit too far away!! Yeah.. this year too far away... the birds were so small and fast, I missed out. Oh well, next year for sure!! As with so many things, find the center! I did get some great closeups of the captive raptors. Unfortunately for them, they are permanent residents. Lucky for us, they are beautiful and closeup! The photos are of several people, some park employees & volunteers, in green shirts, others are public. They are on a wooden platform. They have a table on which they place various soft animal crates. In these shots, the various birds are flying out of the crates, into the blue sky of freedom! Saturday we drove out of the city to the Carpenter Nature Center, to watch Raptor releases! They released 4 birds that day, 2 Broad-winged Hawks, 1 Red-tailed Hawk and an Eagle. Of the first three, I only got a couple decent shots, the Eagle just looked so awkward running, lol. Lessons learned.... 1) Don't sit too close!! Last year I sat way too close, and got no good shots. 2) Don't sit too far away!! Yeah.. this year too far away... the birds were so small and fast, I missed out. Oh well, next year for sure!! As with so many things, find the center! I did get some great closeups of the captive raptors. Unfortunately for them, they are permanent residents. Lucky for us, they are beautiful and closeup! The photos are of several people, some park employees & volunteers, in green shirts, others are public. They are on a wooden platform. They have a table on which they place various soft animal crates. In these shots, the various birds are flying out of the crates, into the blue sky of freedom!
September 28, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Thanks Den! 🙏🏼 ☺️ 🙏🏼
September 26, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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#nature #photography #birds #hummingbird

The Hummingbirds are back! - Description in alt text
A hummingbird floats in front of the camera, drinking nectar. Hummingbirds are incredibly small birds, typically weighing only a few grams. They are known for their rapid wing beating, which creates a humming sound and allows them to hover in place. Most hummingbirds have long, slender beaks and small, saber-like wings, perfect for reaching into flowers to extract nectar. Many species also exhibit bright, iridescent colors, especially males. A side view of a Hummingbird with it's beak deep in a flower, gathering nectar. Hummingbirds are incredibly small birds, typically weighing only a few grams. They are known for their rapid wing beating, which creates a humming sound and allows them to hover in place. Most hummingbirds have long, slender beaks and small, saber-like wings, perfect for reaching into flowers to extract nectar. Many species also exhibit bright, iridescent colors, especially males. A Hummingbird rests on a branch. Hummingbirds are incredibly small birds, typically weighing only a few grams. They are known for their rapid wing beating, which creates a humming sound and allows them to hover in place. Most hummingbirds have long, slender beaks and small, saber-like wings, perfect for reaching into flowers to extract nectar. Many species also exhibit bright, iridescent colors, especially males.
September 23, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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#nature #photography #butterfly #bugslife #redadmiral

Red Admiral Butterfly - Description in alt text
A Red Admiral butterfly sits on a cone flower, its many colored body stands out against the green background. The Red Admiral butterfly is easily recognizable by its striking black, red, and white pattern. The upper-side of its wings features a black background with prominent reddish-orange bands on the fore and hind wings, and white spots on the forewing tips. The underside of the wings is a mottled blue, brown, and black, with a pink-red bar on the forewing.
September 23, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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#nature #photography #birds #greenheron

A Green Heron - Description in alt text
A Green Heron sits on a log. They seem to be looking for it's next meal. The green heron is a small, stocky heron known for its dark, sometimes iridescent, greenish-blue back and chestnut-colored neck. They have a dark cap on their head, long yellow legs, and a pointed, dark bill. In good light, the green heron's feathers can shimmer with a green or blue sheen.
September 23, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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#nature #photography #macro #insect #monarch #butterfly

Monarchs having lunch together - Description in alt text
The monarch butterfly is a distinctive butterfly known for its bright orange wings, black veins, and white spots along the edges.
September 23, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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#dogsofbluesky #muttday #husky

It's Muttday again!!! Show us your hounds!!! Mixes, rescues and purebreds!!
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Well, it's been two weeks since Sky had the dental surgery and removal of a growth. She recovered like a champ, and today the stitches come out! NO MORE CONE OF SHAME!!! She will be so happy to have things back to normal. Of course we spoiled her the whole time. Since this weekend was also her "Gotcha" day, from husky rescue... She got her own steak!! Merlin got some too. Hope everyone and their companions are healthy and happy!! The photo is of a happy golden husky, standing on green grass with mostly green plants and pink flowers behind her. She is looking to her left.
September 8, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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#nature #photography #birds #eagle

A Bald Eagle soaring - Description in alt text
Finally weather cooperated and I got out to our closest state park. It was pretty quiet, and the lake was still like a mirror. I managed to get some okay shots of an eagle flying past me. Hoping everyone is healthy and happy! Adult bald eagles are easily recognizable by their white heads and tails, contrasting with their dark brown or blackish-brown bodies. They have a bright yellow bill and feet, and are typically large, with a wingspan of about 7 feet. Females are generally larger than males.
September 8, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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Hello my Bluesky friends!! Sorry to be absent, but Sky had major dental surgery, 11 teeth removed, but her smile is still beautiful!

Haven't had much new to post. Promise to catchup soon, to see what all my brilliant creative friends have posted!

Meanwhile, here are some lucky (Okay) photos
August 29, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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#nature #photography #husky #muttday

It's Muttday again!!! Show us your hounds!!! Mixes, rescues and purebreds!!
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Here is my lovely blonde haired, blue eyed walking companion. Sky and I walk each day, twice a day. During the week, mornings are "Maintenance walks". Evenings, weather permitting, are longer and more leisurely. Weekends are adventures!! Here we see Sky, patiently waiting for me to "Get up and go!" Sky is my nature guide and partner. I love to see the world through her eyes. Over the years we have developed our own language. I try to give Sky as much input as time and situations allow. She will let me know when she wants to go a different way, or take the car. When appropriate, I am delighted to comply with her wishes. Sky knows I will patiently wait while she checks her Pee-mail, or is stalking prey... I know Sky will be as patient as she can, when I am taking pictures. Together we hunt wildlife. All Sky want's is recognition for spotting critters, which I always praise her for. Dogs are such amazing creatures and devoted partners. Our lives are dull and drab without their amazing energy. I treasure each day and each adventure with my beloved companion. The photo is of a Sky, a blonde Husky, with bright blue eyes, lying on the floor next to the me, facing the camera.
August 11, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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#nature #photography #birds #kingbird

Eastern Kingbird - Description in alt text
An Eastern Kingbird sits on a branch, surveying the world. A blue sky is the background. The eastern kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus) is a large tyrant flycatcher native to the Americas. The bird is predominantly dark gray with white underbelly and pointed wings.[2] Eastern kingbirds are conspicuous and are commonly found in open areas with scattered trees and bushes, where they perch while foraging for insects.[3] The Eastern kingbird is migratory, with its breeding range spread across North America and its wintering range in Central and South America.
August 11, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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#nature #photography #macromonday #macro #insect #bee

Bumble Bee Bzzz - Description in alt text
A bumble bee hangs onto flowers to gather nectar and pollen. A big beautiful bumblebee, crawling on pink flowers, gathering nectar. Bumblebees are generally described as large, fuzzy insects with a distinct buzz, often characterized by black and yellow or orange markings. They have robust, hairy bodies and are typically larger and broader than honeybees.
August 11, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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#nature #photography #butterfly #bugslife

An Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly - Description in alt text
An Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly gathering nectar from flowers. The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) is a large, striking butterfly found in eastern North America. It's characterized by bright yellow wings with black tiger stripes and a black border. Females can also be a dark, almost black color, with blue and orange markings on their hindwings according to the Florida Museum of Natural History.
August 11, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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#photogrpahy #nature #birds #owl

Barred Owl - Description in alt text
National Owl awareness day! A Barred Owl Sits in a tree on a snowy day. Taken at Sax Zim Bog
August 4, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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#photogrpahy #nature #birds #owl
Great Horned Owls - Description in alt text National Owl awareness day! A mating pair of Great Horned Owls, hanging out on the same branch.
August 4, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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#art #colorpencil #nature #birds #owl

Northern Hawk Owl - Color pencil - Description in alt text
National Owl awareness day! A drawing of a Northern Hawk Owl, in color pencil I did some years ago... I was happiest with the log, as I felt I had captured the kind of aged deadwood in the woods up North.
August 4, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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#photogrpahy #nature #birds #owlet
Great Horned Owlet - Description in alt text National Owl awareness day! A Great Horned Owlet is nestled in the crook of a tree, looking fuzzy and cute.
August 4, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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#nature #photography #birds #eagle

A Bald Eagle soaring - Description in alt text
A Bald Eagle floats gently through the blue sky, it's looking forward, what are they searching for? Adult bald eagles are easily recognizable by their white heads and tails, contrasting with their dark brown or blackish-brown bodies. They have a bright yellow bill and feet, and are typically large, with a wingspan of about 7 feet. Females are generally larger than males.
August 3, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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#nature #photography #macro #insects #wasps

Scolia Hirta - Description in alt text
A black wasp like insect gathers nectar from a flower, the background is deep green and bright yellow. The adults grow up to 10–25 millimeters (0.39–0.98 in) long, the body is completely black, with two glossy yellow stripes on the abdomen. The wings have a smoky-dark color, with blue reflexes. Antennae of males - composed of 13 segments - are longer than in females (12 segments ). Moreover males have three large spines at the tip of their abdomen.
August 3, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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#nature #photography #birds #greenheron

A Green Heron - Description in alt text
A Green Heron sits on a branch, the sky is blue behind them. They seem to be looking for it's next meal. The green heron is a small, stocky heron known for its dark, sometimes iridescent, greenish-blue back and chestnut-colored neck. They have a dark cap on their head, long yellow legs, and a pointed, dark bill. In good light, the green heron's feathers can shimmer with a green or blue sheen.
August 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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#nature #photography #macro #insect #monarch #butterfly

Monarchs and details - Description in alt text
Monarchs gathering for breakfast... There seems to be a decline in our area, not as many as there were last year. :( I have included some closeups, as I am so fascinated by the textures and patterns. The monarch butterfly is a distinctive butterfly known for its bright orange wings, black veins, and white spots along the edges. Monarchs gathering for breakfast... There seems to be a decline in our area, not as many as there were last year. :( I have included some closeups, as I am so fascinated by the textures and patterns. The monarch butterfly is a distinctive butterfly known for its bright orange wings, black veins, and white spots along the edges. Monarchs gathering for breakfast... There seems to be a decline in our area, not as many as there were last year. :( I have included some closeups, as I am so fascinated by the textures and patterns. The monarch butterfly is a distinctive butterfly known for its bright orange wings, black veins, and white spots along the edges. Monarchs gathering for breakfast... There seems to be a decline in our area, not as many as there were last year. :( I have included some closeups, as I am so fascinated by the textures and patterns. The monarch butterfly is a distinctive butterfly known for its bright orange wings, black veins, and white spots along the edges.
August 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM