Observations by david_h

One of several White-crowned Sparrows observed on a private ranch in Stephens County, Texas.

Observed this flock of Sandhill Cranes overhead while on a private ranch in Stephens County, Texas.

Stopped to photograph this American Kestrel on a powerline along a rural road northwest of Gainsville, Texas.

I had hoped to get a shot of this Red-shouldered Hawk in a more natural setting. But before I could get into position, it flew up to this power line.

Red-tailed Hawk in flight near the boat ramp at Muenster Lake, Muenster, Texas.

This Brown Creeper only hung around long enough for two quick photos.

Several Yellow-shafted Flickers seen near bird feeding stations in Royse City, Texas.

White-breasted Nuthatch near a bird feeding station, in Royse City, Texas.

Carolina Chickadees are very common in our area.

This young Eastern Bluebird may have been one that hatched in our bluebird house earlier this year.

I observed this Red-bellied Woodpecker while walking a wooded trail.

We have Ruby-throated Hummingbirds at our feeders very regularly.

Great Egret feeding in a small pond.

This juvenile Cooper's Hawk was hunting over our bird feeders.

Observed at a pond.

Two juveniles at a pond.

Adult Male

Caught after dark after an all-day rain.

Caught after dark after an all-day rain.

Unfortunately, this Northern Scarlet Snake was found as a roadkill. It was donated to the Texas Cooperative Wildlife Collection at Texas A&M University.