We haven’t been there since 2009 so what better time to go than now. The usual obstacles, fences, bad light and sleepy models. Not to mention squirrels & crows that think part of the zoo experience. Map courtesy of the Oakland Zoo.
Category Archives: Animals
New Brood 2022
This morning we finally have 8 new duckies. We’ve been waiting all month. Of course as soon as they jumped into the water they were attacked by another Momma. In the end they didn’t make it past the 48 hour mark, which is typical for inexperienced mothers. That’s why we never get too attached.
Empty Nester
The Robin’s nest was found abandoned today. Perhaps it was that squirrel raid that scared her off or the duck nest was getting too much attention.
Duckie Prequel
We have a duck that has decided our backyard is the best place for a nest sight. We are waiting patiently for the hatching ceremony (approx 28 days). Oddly a crow has decided to harass it. She lays on her eggs for days at a time while her mate waits bored out of his mind. …
Scratch that itch
One of the hummers allowed me to get close enough to shoot these.
Rockin Robin
While eating dinner we kept seeing this Robin running back and forth. It turns out she is making a nest in our Bougainvillea plant. I may have to install a Robin Cam. The following morning I spotted this… I suspect the squirrel is using the eggs to make french omelettes.
Lindsay Wildlife Experience
It’s been on my list for quite some time, so I visited. Have I mentioned I hate shooting through glass.
1st Duckies 2022
Today I saw our 1st Duckies of the 2022 season.
Turtle Lagoon
I was told there are turtles in our lagoon, I always thought, “Yeah I’ll believe it when I see it.” I guess I believe it now.
Tiny Fish Hunter
I spent too much time photographing this night heron hunting down a tiny fish. In the end it was so small, it hardly seemed like it was worth it. That would be similar to me spending half and hour to cook one piece of bacon.