Harris Hawk
These hawks are quite unusual in that they’re the only North American species known to hunt in groups. Ironwood National Forest, AZ.
Harris’s Antelope Squirrel
A Harris’s Antelope Squirrel nibbling away on some flowers. Saguaro National Park West, AZ.
Heron of the Night
In addition to unique patterning, juvenile black-crowned night herons can be distinguished from adults by their stunning orange eyes. Adult’s are red. Tucson, AZ.
Home Flight
Hence their name, Cactus wrens choose the most sinister, yet well-protected nesting sites imaginable. The cactus spines provide an incredible defense from predators! Photographed at Rockhound State Park, NM, USA.
Horned Grebe
A horned grebe drake, showing off his striking breeding plumage. Two of these handsome devils spent some time fishing directly in front of me. Photo taken at Montour Preserve, PA, USA.
Horned Lizard Habitat
A short-horned lizard poses in the foreground of it’s beautiful habitat. This species can be found as far north as Canada. Photographed near Tucson, AZ.
Horse Lubber
These enormous grasshoppers can reach several inches long and move very slowly. Chiricahua Mountains, AZ.
Horses in a Haboob
While watching these beautiful wild horses, a small haboob (dust storm) engulfed the valley. The camera gear was very displeased, and my skin was covered in layers of grime, but it was well worth the filth! Lower Salt River, AZ.
House Wren
A house wren proudly shows off his/her freshly-captured moth. Madera Canyon, AZ.
Hummingbird Flight
A male broad-billed hummingbird briefly pauses to tout his brilliant colors! Madera Canyon, AZ.
Hunting Quail
The intent of many photographers is to snap a picture that tells a story. As far as stories go, this pic may tell a better one than any I’ve ever taken. Look closely and you may be able to guess this story. Tucson, AZ.
Ice Crystals
A close-up shot of some delicate ice crystals. Although I did marginally increase the contrast, the blue coloration was an entirely natural part of the scene that I encountered. Photographed near Lewisburg, PA, USA.
Indian Blanket Flower
An Indian Blanket Flower, covered in water droplets and delicately accentuated by the morning sun. Photographed near Hartleton, PA, USA.
Javelina Herd
I crouched down to snap some eye-level shots of this javelina herd (there were 10, total), admittedly getting a hair too close. Sitting approximately 20 feet away, I felt pretty content. Before long, however, one of the younger members of the group started getting curious, meandering steadily closer to me. I methodically backed up as he/she gained ground. The youngster was soon within an arm’s length, at which point I decided to back up a bit faster. This startled the adventurous one, drawing the attention of several others who rushed in to protect their comrade. I bolted over a nearby fence and the javelina lost interest. Catalina Foothills, AZ
Jelly Caps
Green jelly caps are extremely small and easy to miss while hiking. Bald Eagle Forest, PA.
Jumping Cholla
These sinister plants are known for their tendency of hooking the hapless passerby from the gentlest touch. The transplant then hitchhikes until it’s painful, barbed spines are broken or dislodged. They are sometimes carried a great distance by larger desert animals, Saguaro National Park, AZ.
June Beetle
A beautiful june beetle catches the early-morning sun glimmering of his/her shell. Willcox, AZ.
King Range
Located in Northern California, this remote and beautiful section of coast is a wildlife mecca.
Light on the Water
The the light disappears, it’s last remaining essence bathes the water in surreal light. Willcox, AZ.
Little Leafhopper
A scarlet and green leafhopper (whew, that’s a mouthful!) rests for a few moments. Winfield, PA.
Little Owl, Big Meal
A female northern pygmy owl shows off the remaining half of her lizard lunch. Madera Canyon, AZ.
Lovely Ladybug
A little, tiny ladybug scaling some wildflowers. Butterfly Peak Natural Area, AZ.
Lovely Ladybug
A little, tiny ladybug scaling some wildflowers. Butterfly Peak Natural Area, AZ.
Lovely Leafhoppers
In addition to “great crested,” this large grasshopper is commonly known as the “dinosaur grasshopper.” I can see the likeness.
SE Arizona.