Saturday, November 23, 2024

Saturday's Critters # 571

 Welcome to Saturday's Critters! Hello and Happy Saturday!


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These photos are from August 22nd, day two at the Bombay Hook NWR in Delaware. This wildlife refuge always seems to have a great variety of birds to see. 

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1.Below are mostly Great Egrets, possible juvenile Little Blue Herons and a couple of American Avocets.






2. On the edge of the pond are a group of Mute Swans.





3.  I saw one Black-necked Stilt with a few Egrets.





4. Two Bald Eagles in the distance and closer to the drive was a group of Double-crested Cormorants and an Egret.






5. We saw the two Sandhill Cranes, these birds drew a lot of attention from birdwatchers and photographers.

Now there are 5 Sandhill Cranes being seen.







6. A Great Blue Heron looking beautiful. 






7. A fox was seen walking toward our car. I like it's shadow.





8. Near one of the ponds was a group of Black-crowned Night Herons, most of these looked like juveniles. There was one Green Heron hanging out on the top photo far left. 






9. How many night herons do you see below?






10. Here is a closeup of the Green Heron. 




11. An Osprey flew and landed very close to the Night Herons and the Green Heron. 



Further along the wildlife drive we saw a group of shorebirds and I believe there may be some Yellowlegs and American Black ducks in this group below. 





I hope you enjoyed my visit to the wildlife refuge. 

My most recently finished puzzle, I love these birds.





I am linking up to Heidrun's Mosaic Monday  I hope you can stop by and visit Heidrun and check out the Mosaic Monday post.




Thanks to all my visitors and for your past and present comments. Stop back to see any replies to your comments. I appreciate everyone who loves and respects wildlife. Thank you for linking up a critter post.






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119 comments:

John's Island said...

Hi Eileen, I enjoy every time you take us along to Bombay Hook NWR. I had to stop and look carefully at the Sandhill Cranes. I recall being in a remote area of Montana one summer and hearing the Cranes calling early in the morning. What a beautiful sound. And speaking of beautiful … you are so right about the Great Blue Heron. The fox looks determined to move straight ahead. I like the collage of Black-crowned Night Herons. I see 8 herons in image 9. 😊 You did great with the puzzle. It’s a beauty. Thanks, as always, for hosting and sharing. Happy Saturday and weekend to you and yours. John

rupam sarma said...

So beautiful collections of birds, Great clicks. puzzle looks amazing. Happy weekend. Thanks a lot for hosting.

Mae Travels said...

Bombay Hook really is a great birding location. You got some great photos.
Thanks for hosting Saturday Critters.
best, mae at maefood.blogspot.com

EricaSta said...

Indeed, I enjoyed your visit at the wildlife nature very much. There are wonderful scenes again here in your post, dear Eileen. And... by the way I like Puzzles too. I make this on the tablet with an App.
Wish you a fantastisc weekend, and a fine week. Thank you for hosting.
Hugs by Heidrun

Cloudia said...

Congratulations on completing the puzzle! So many enjoyable photos here today. I love the fox! Aloha, Eileen

italiafinlandia said...

Beautiful collection of birds, including those in your puzzle.
The fox is my favourite in this post. It looks so friendly...
Happy weekend and happy puzzles! 😉

Irma said...

Hello Eileen,
A beautiful series of photos from the Bombay Hook NWR nature reserve in Delaware.
I really like the photo with the fox.
I count seven night herons and one green heron in the photo.
The puzzle turned out really beautiful.
I wish you a nice weekend.
Greetings Irma

Yamini MacLean said...

Hari Om
I believe I counted eight herons 🤗 I do like the fox trot shot! YAM xx

Shiju Sugunan said...

Great shots! Especially love the fox and the Osprey.

Iris Flavia said...

#4 is so idyllic!
And oh, the fox!!!! Did you know he knows the secret of life? (Le Petit Prince/The little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.
Nice puzzle, too, have a great Saturday.

roentare said...

I am a fan of egrets and waterfowls. They are always so peaceful by the lakeside

Marit said...

Hello Eileen,
Your photos are so beautiful! #4 is so lovely, and I love the colors in it. Congrats with the puzzle. Take care, and enjoy your weekend!

Mbul Kecil said...

All of the bird varieties are amazing...Heron anf egret...i really like them. It's like back to my childhood memories because near my house, there ara a ponds that full of egrets every afternoon. Greetings

eileeninmd said...

Thank you John, for your link and your comment!.
I love hearing the sounds of the cranes, it is a lovely sound. I think all wildlife is beautiful, each critter has it's own beauty. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Mae, for your link and your comment.
I do love visiting Bombay Hook, it is a great place for birdwatching. Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Heidrun, for your link and your comment.
The puzzles are fun to work on!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Cloudia, for your link and your comment.
The fox looked like it was on a mission.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Luisella, for your link and your comment.
The birds are beautiful!
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Irma, for your link and your comment.
You are right on with your count of the herons.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you YAM, for your link and your comment.
The fox looked determined, nothing would stop it.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Shiju, for your link and your comment.
The Osprey was one of my favorites.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Iris, for your link and your comment.
The fox looked like it had a secret mission.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Roentare, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Mbul, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Marit, or your comment.
The puzzle was a challenge, it took a me while to finish.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend

NatureFootstep said...

nice shots as always. I especially loved the fox image. The shadow ads a lot to it. We do have foxes but I rarely see any. They seem to avoid people.

David M. Gascoigne, said...

I doubt that I will ever get down to Bombay Hook again in person so I am enjoying these visits via your blog. I am assuming that Sandhill Crane is a rarity there since it generated so much interest. Great bird! All the best - David

William Kendall said...

I do like that fox.

Tom said...

...Eileen, you have sure a fabulous collection today. This spring we had 4 young fox playing in our backyard, they were wonderful to see. I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Monica, for your link and your comment.
I thought the fox shadow was cool.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you David, for your link and your comment.
These Sandhill Cranes attracted a lot of visitors to Bombay Hook, not sure why they have been at the refuge previous years too. They are beautiful birds. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you William, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Tom, for your link and your comment.
The young fox are cute critters.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

Angie's Recipes said...

The fox looks so thin....amazing that you can just find a fox anywhere. Love egrets!

Jeanie said...

I so love water birds and you really had some wonderful sightings on this day. Those sandhill cranes are stunners, as is the gathering of egrets. What a fine day!

Jenn Jilks said...

August was a great month for you!
The critters have been scarce here. Hunkering down for winter as we all are...

magiceye said...

Beautiful sights captured!
Love your header!
Happy weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Angie, for your comment and your visit.
I thought the fox looked skinny too, it may be a young one.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jeanie, for your comment and your visit.
The Sandhill Cranes are beautiful. A treat to see.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jenn, for your comment and your visit.
It is slowing down here, not as many outings.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

Melbourne Australia Photos said...

A great post once again, Eileen, with lots of interesting critters. I loved the fox (and the shadow!). Thanks for hosting and have a great new week.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Nick, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

R's Rue said...

So beautiful.
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~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

The fox is very precious and I love his little shadow too. what amazing sightings when you get out in nature. We are at a state park right now and looking out at warblers in the trees! Enjoy your weekend!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

MadSnapper said...

The Fox, The Fox, I love the Fox! he/she looks a little thin but so beautiful. the sandhills cranes are just gorgeous. I love Ospreys and like to watch them hunt out at the beach, breaking day on the bay side they scream and dive and come up with fish.. the island in the header is gorgeous

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Diane, for your link and your comment.
I didn't notice the fox's shadow until my photos were on the computer. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

Caroline said...

Hi Eileen, thank you for visiting my blog. You saw a lot of birds. Very cute that fox. I like your puzzle. Have a nice weekend Take care. Greets Caroline

ellen b. said...

Those long necks make them look so graceful. Love the fox and his shadow. Happy Critter day to you and I wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving!

carol l mckenna said...

Another great place and lovely nature photos of our 'feathered friends' ~ fox is eye catching for sure ~ thanks

Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
clm ~ A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)

Barbara Rogers said...

What a lovely collection of photos of the birds you saw there...so many! Thanks for comment on my blog. I don't have any critters for this week.

RedPat said...

What a wonderful spot for bird watching, Eileen. Great catch of the fox and its shadow.

Debbie said...

what a great selection of critters and birds today!! i am so surprised about the sandhill cranes, that so many were in this area, they are so beautiful!! on august 22 you would see a lot of egrets, as ours have been gone for a little while!! i agree with you about the fox, there are so many in our area, we see them all the time. i may have told you this, but once there was one sitting on our front door mat. awesome to see the eagles, my absolute favorites!! have a great weekend and many thanks for hosting!!

Marie Smith said...

The variety of heron…incredible! Such beautiful large birds featured in this post, Eileen. I only ever see Great Blues!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Sandra, for your comment!
It is cool to see the Osprey dive and come out of the water with a fish. I thought the fox was too skinny.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Caroline, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Ellen, for your comment and your visit.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Carol, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Barb, for your comment and your visit.
I do enjoy finding lots of birds.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you RedPat, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Debbie, for your link and your comment.
I was surprised to see on Facebook that now there are 5 Cranes at the refuge. It would be nice if they stay there.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Marie, for your comment and your visit.
I love seeing all the birds.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

Yogi♪♪♪ said...


A great variety of birds, many of which like egrets, and great blue herons, I know and we have here. Others, like the green heron, we have but I have never photographed but have got glimpses of them. And some of them like the Sandhill Crane I don't believe I have ever seen.
Thank you for hosting!!

Debbie said...

i forgot to say that i LOVED your puzzle!!!

Bill said...

Wonderful captures of all the critters. I love the fox and the bald eagles. Thanks for hosting and have a great weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Yogi, for your comment and your visit.
I love seeing all the herons, the Cranes are cool.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Bill, for your link and your comment.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Hi Eileen--Such beautiful and graceful looking water fowl! I love seeing swans--thye ar emy favorite! The fox with his tuny shadow was also fun to see! Have a good weekend and week ahead!

Lydia C. Lee said...

What great reflection shots! But for me, the fox is the cutie!!

Lowcarb team member said...

Hello Eileen
Many thanks for sharing your lovely sightings.
I do like your finished puzzle, those birds are so colourful.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

All the best Jan

Red said...

That looks like a very difficult jig saw puzzle.

HappyK said...

What a great collection of critters. Hard to pick a favorite.
NICE puzzle.

Michelle said...

A great collection of photos and I like seeing that fox.

Alexandra said...

The water in your first three photos captured my attention, I love the colour! The Egrets get to show off their pure white against the green water. That fox looks sly and with the help of the sun, created a cute shadow. This wildlife refuge is a treasure! Oh WOW your puzzle is so colourful and vibrant!

Linda said...

Wow! So many birds! What a great visit!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Pat, for your link and your comment.
The fox did look puny!
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Lydia, for your link and your comment.
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Red, for your comment and your visit.
The puzzle was hard, all kinds of crazy shaped puzzle pieces.
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jan, for your comment.
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Karen, for your visit and your comment.
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Michelle, for your comment.
The fox was cute.
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Alexandra, for your link and your comment.
The greenery around the water made some beautiful green reflections. I liked the fox's shadow, it looked almost cartoonish. Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Linda, for your link and your comment.
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

Penelope Notes said...

The fox and his shadow was a surprising lovely appearance, although he looked thin.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Maria, for your link and your comment.
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

VENTANA DE FOTO said...

Son muy vistosas esas aves. Me alegra de poder comentar de nuevo en tu blog y no me encuentre los comentarios cerrados.
Un abrazo.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your comment and your visit.
The birds are all beautiful!
Take care, Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week ahead.

baili said...

dear Eileen i really enjoyed your awesome series of splendid images
the water birds look beautiful
birds beaded on trees look awesome as well ,amazing shots
the fox looked lonesome and interesting
you solve puzzles quickly wow ,pretty one

hugs and best wishes

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Baili, I enjoy sharing my love of the birds and wildlife. Take care, have a wonderful week.

GreenComotion said...

Lots of bird sighting and photos. Loved them all. I particularly liked the Sandhill Crane - good lookers! Thanks for hosting. Be well!

eileeninmd said...

Thanks so much for your link and comment. I hope you take care and feel better. Have a great day and a happy week.

Laura. M said...

Gran serire nos dejas. Preciosa tu cabecera .
Buena semana Eileen..
Un abrazo.

Rumpelkammer said...

You took wonderful photos of very beautiful birds

Open Your Heart to Gardening said...

Sounds like you had a lovely time!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Laura, I appreciate your visit and comment.
Take care, enjoy your day and the week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for the comment and for visiting.
Take care, enjoy your day and the week ahead.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you, yes we had a fun time.
Take care, enjoy your day and the week ahead.

EricaSta said...

Thank you for sharing at MM.
Greetings by Heidrun

Tanza Erlambang said...

love to see great blue heron..... they are great birds.

Have a wonderful day

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for your link and comment. The herons are great birds. Take care, have a great day!

eileeninmd said...

Heidrun, thanks for hosting MM! Take care, have a great day!

This N That said...

Love the Fox..That puzzle doesn't look easy...Lots of the same colors and small pieces..good job..

Teresa said...

Todo se ve maravilloso, pero especialmente me gustan las grullas, son distintas a las que hay por aquí. Feliz nueva semana para ti. Abrazos.

Rose said...

I sure wish I could have a trip to this place...what a lot of birds. I counted 8 Night Herons plus the Green heron...what was your count? Love that puzzle. I like all the quotes in Mondays post, plus that photo. But oh, joy! I love the header/banner photo.

Natasha said...

Such a wonderful walk. I loved the fox especially and the Sandhill cranes. I spotted 8 night herons.

Thank you so much for hosting dear Eileen. I'm back after a longish hiatus. Was moving homes. But so wonderful to be here again.

Wishing you and yours a blessed thanksgiving week.

Love and cheer,
Natasha

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Missy, for your link and comment. The fox was cute. The puzzle was hard, it took a long time to finish. Take care, enjoy your day! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Teresa, you visit and comment are appreciated.
Take care, enjoy your day!

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Rose. I counted 8 heron total in image 9, that includes the Green Heron. Take care, enjoy your day! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

eileeninmd said...

Welcome back Natasha! Thanks for the comment and for sharing your link. Take care, enjoy your day! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

Natasha said...

I also visited your other blog and I must say the pictures are delightful, dear Eileen. :)

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Natasha, for your visits.
Have a great day!

Little Wandering Wren said...

Hello Eileen, the puzzle is perfect for you! I wonder how long it took? I have enjoyed our visit with you to the wildlife refuge you have definitely spotted a great variety of birds, I do like the blue heron although watch out birds that fox looks like he's on a mission!
Have a great day and thank you for your recent visit to my post.
Wren x

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Wren, I appreciate the comment and visit.
This wildlife refuge is a great place to see a variety of wildlife. The fox did look like it was on a mission.
Take care, enjoy your day!

Linda G said...

Lots of variety and even a fox. That wildlife refuge looks like a good place to visit.

eileeninmd said...

Thank you for the comment. Yes, Bombay Hook is a great place to visit. Take care, have a great day!

Lowcarb team member said...

I wanted to stop back to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving for the 28th November.

All the best Jan

eileeninmd said...

Thank you Jan! Take care, enjoy your day and happy weekend to you!

Happy Monday!

Wishing everyone a great day and a ha ppy new week! "Autumn leaves are nature's way of showing us how beautiful it is to let go....