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The start of the growing season means the return of the diminutive but feisty Rufous Hummingbirds to Metro Vancouver. From March through August, their presence means increased competition for nectar feeders and flowers for the resident Anna's hummingbirds. This fellow was one of five Rufouses to visit the Richmond Nature Park regularly on an early spring day. We witnessed extremely vocal and physical territorial disputes (which were, rather comically, inversely proportional to the size of the combatants). Photographed on April 4, 2016.

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Rufous Hummingbird Sitting Pretty on a Twig Keychain

This is my second visit to Surrey's Elgin Heritage Park, and I really wished to see a Golden-Crowned Kinglet again, my first photos of it on a deciduous tree being nothing but blurs. My wish was granted with one of several accomplished singers in a giant fir tree, a high-energy, multi-tasking (being able to sing, and flit from branch to branch while hunting for insects) Golden-Crowned Kinglet, who nevertheless proved to be a challenging subject to capture.

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Cute Kinglet Songbird Causes Stir in the Fir Keychain

An almost perfectly camouflaged female Great Horned Owl attempts to catch some shuteye in the neighbor's 100-foot Douglas Fir on a rainy fall day, only to be subjected to the verbal and physical harangues of nine Northwestern Crows. After three hours, they finally leave her alone to her beauty sleep. Photographed on November 13, 2016.

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Great Horned Owl in Douglas Fir Tree Keychain

An attractive raptor with a heart-shaped facial disk, the Barn Owl is gifted with extraordinary hearing — it can even hear the heartbeats of everyone in a 30 square foot room — and silent flight, which lets it descend on and capture rats and mice with extreme stealth. As nocturnal creatures, these endowments are critical when hunting in (sometimes) complete darkness.

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Vignetted Profile of a Serene Barn Owl Keychain

My first encounter with the Marsh Wren, who was charming me with an enchanting and complex aria at the local wildlife refuge. These little birds are heard much, much more often than they are seen. Ever since then, 99% of the wrens I have seen are Marsh Wrens!!

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Beautiful Marsh Wren in the Marsh Keychain

This beautiful young Peregrine Falcon -- who is being rehabilitated for eventual release -- was unintentionally vignetted when I photographed it through a hole in the fence. However, my subject knew to give me its best side!

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Vignetted Profile of a Peregrine Falcon Keychain

A drive down an old farm road on a warm mid-winter afternoon led me to this gorgeous adult Red-tailed Hawk perched on a power line. Said subject was unflappable and resolute in both the face of the long lens pointed in its direction and the constant flow of vehicular traffic.

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Magnificent Red-Tailed Hawk in the Sun Keychain

My first encounter with the dapper little Bonaparte's Gull in breeding plumage. This was the lone member of its species at Boundary Bay Regional Park on Global Big Day 2016!

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Stunning Bonaparte's Gull Seabird at Beach Keychain

Beautiful Pensive Wood Duck in the Marsh Classic Round Sticker

Beautiful Pensive Wood Duck in the Marsh Binder

A Beautiful and Pensive Wood Duck in the Sun Trivet

Beautiful Pensive Wood Duck in the Marsh Serving Tray

Beautiful Pensive Wood Duck in the Marsh Golf Head Cover

Perched on a fallen log (and living up to his name) is this colourful drake, one of several Wood Duck “fixtures” at Piper Spit. Burnaby Lake is home to the largest concentrations of Wood Ducks–hands down, the most colourful waterfowl you’ll find in Metro Vancouver, Canada.

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WWN Pensive Wood Duck at the Lake

Reflections of a Northern Pintail Duck Magnet

Reflections of a Northern Pintail Duck Bath Mat

Reflections of a Northern Pintail Duck Label

Reflections of a Northern Pintail Duck Jigsaw Puzzle

Reflections of a Northern Pintail Duck Trivet

Reflected in the tranquil waters of this pond is this Northern Pintail duck in his finest feathered regalia, perfectly reflected in the tranquil waters of a pond at the Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary. 

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WWN Reflections of a Northern Pintail Duck

Add a touch of nature to treasured memories and moments with this wildlife-themed binder! 

2017 seems to be the year of Wilson's Warblers, and our backyard has not been exempt from the presence of these small but cheery yellow warblers. The energetic black-capped males have been exploring every potted plant and fruit tree and singing their uplifting melodies. This handsome guy paused on the cherry tree just long enough for me to get him in all his golden goodness. Photographed in mid-May 2017.

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Cute Wilson's Warbler Songbird in the Cherry Tree 3 Ring Binder

Marigolds aren't just eye candy; they've been used for culinary (teas, salads) and medicinal (anti-inflammatory) purposes for hundreds of years in European cultures. These beautiful, aromatic and showy blooms bloom all summer long into fall and even until the first frost. They are a natural mosquito repellent, and may also keep flower munchers like deer from the pride and joy in your garden. Photographed in mid June and mid July 2016 at local public and private gardens.

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A Medley of Red Yellow and Orange Marigolds Postcard

Celebrate the 50th birthday (or any birthday) of a special someone with this elegant floral-inspired guest book, which features elegant purple calla lilies. Customize with name, event, and date. Customize back cover message, or use as is. The perfect choice for nature lovers or those with a green thumb!

Available in a delightful range of colors, calla lilies have long intrigued me with their elegant, pitcher-like flowers. These hardy South African natives have found a strong fan following in North American gardens as ornamental plants.

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Elegant Purple Calla Lilies 50th Any Year Birthday Guest Book

This stunning wildlife design features a curious young Anna's hummingbird hovering in place in front of the photographer. My subject would go on to have a bath on the grass, courtesy of a leaky hose!

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Stunning Anna's Hummingbird Hovers in Place Face Mask

Metro Vancouver's second snowstorm of the winter season finally brought the lovely and much anticipated male Varied Thrush to my backyard, where he spent the greater part of the day excavating the white stuff for tasty grubs. With their dazzling palette of orange, grey, and black hues, this reclusive songbird is a welcome sight during the monochromatic winter months. Photographed in mid-February 2019.

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Rufous Hummingbird Sitting Pretty on a Twig Keychain

Rufous Hummingbird Sitting Pretty on a Twig Keychain

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