Reflections of the Natural World

Travel with me as I explore the wild things and wild places of our planet. – Jim Gain

  • Long-billed Curlew (COAST)

    Long-billed Curlew (COAST)

    CALIFORNIA COASTLINE – Post #5 The Long-billed Curlew is a distinctive shorebird that is recognized for its long, slender, down-curved bill Read more

  • Western Bluebird (VALLEY)

    Western Bluebird (VALLEY)

    LEARN 100 COMMON VALLEY BIRDS – Species 63 Western Bluebirds can be found in a wide variety of habitats from your backyard, to parks and woodlands across the valley. Read more

  • Ruffed Grouse (SASK)

    Ruffed Grouse (SASK)

    SASKATCHEWAN BIRDS – LAND OF LIVING SKIES Post # 14 Ruffed Grouse are found in poplar forests and have been introduced into the Cypress Hills in southwestern Saskatchewan. Read more

  • Calliope Hummingbird (SIERRA)

    Calliope Hummingbird (SIERRA)

    SIERRA NEVADA BIRDS – Post #18 The Calliope Hummingbird is an uncommon to Fairly Common Summer Visitor to the Sierra Nevada in the Lower Montane and Upper Montane biotic zones. Read more

  • Rhinoceros Auklet

    Rhinoceros Auklet

    SHOREBIRDS AND SEABIRDS OF THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA COASTLINE The Rhinoceros Auklet is a distinctive seabird with a robust body, a thick, bright orange bill with a horn-like projection (the rhinoceros-like feature) above the eyes during the breeding season. Read more

  • Common Yellowthroat

    Common Yellowthroat

    COMMON VALLEY BIRDS – Species #62 The Common Yellowthroat is a small North American warbler known for its distinctive appearance. Read more