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Thanks, Alan! Yes, I let him go—back into the nearest patch of reeds with a quick apology and a promise never to put a love-sick insect in stemware again. Hopefully, he's out there right now, rubbing out sonatas and reclaiming his title as the aquatic Elvis in heat. I figured he deserved at...

The Bug Who Wouldn't Shut Up —a fable of sound, silence, and situational decency— There once was a water boatman named Clive who believed in the power of passion and percussion. He didn’t own a lute. He didn’t need a drum. Clive had a love song in his loins and a beat in his belly. Every...

My pain level in the hip is zero, the pain from the surgery is bothersome, but I know that will be gone in a few weeks.

WOW, Trent—I don’t want to say I’m envious of your macros… but let’s be honest, that’s exactly what I want to say. I can’t respond to every photo when you post nine at once (my jealousy gets winded), but if you grouped the five flies, that could make a fascinating Winged Wednesday feature all...

That’s a colorful image, DES—and unmistakably a Tiger Swallowtail. If you let us know the state or region where you spotted this winged beauty, I can be more specific. Some of us collect butterflies the way others collect coffee mugs—by zip code.

Alan!!! All four photos are spectacular. The butterfly in the forest is a Gulf Fritillary—an absolute stunner and a perfect capture. The Rose of Sharon and the honeybee are equally gorgeous. The colors, details, and composition are all spot-on—and that shadow of the bee? Icing on the cake… er...

Thanks, Trent. hip replacement one is done and my only concern is tripping over my own optimism.

I have surgery tomorrow and wasn't sure if I could post it Tuesday night . If you want to hold it back, you may

It’s Winged Wednesday, where feathers, flutters, and flight steal the show! Whether they’re zipping, swooping, sunbathing, or just striking a sassy pose, we want to see your favorite winged wonders. Birds, bugs, bats, or butterflies—if it’s got wings, it’s fair game. This week, we’re taking a...

Fabulous portrait, DES. Regrettably, I'm not sure even his mother could love this face. Amazing perspective. If the dead had nightmares, this face would be it.

Trent, this set is off the charts. You’ve basically created an avian casting call for America’s Next Top Bird Model. That Turkey Vulture profile is so powerful, it looks like it’s about to deliver a TED Talk called Why My Face Is None of Your Business. The Tom Turkey is posing for the camera...

1. Turkey Hen: The turkey hen is statuesque, Alan. A stunning photo. She may not have the oddball charm of a Tom, but she’s striking in her own right—dignified and regal. 2. Guira Cuckoo: What a terrific shot! That backlighting is perfect—the way it illuminates the bill is especially striking...

You are welcome any time. Summers are the worst time April-May is the best

It’s Winged Wednesday, where feathers, flutters, and flight steal the show! Whether they’re zipping, swooping, sunbathing, or just striking a sassy pose, we want to see your favorite winged wonders. Birds, bugs, bats, or butterflies—if it’s got wings, it’s fair game! I had planned a red, white...

Trent, you really got down to business—literally! These low-angle shots are gorgeous. The prairie rose photos glow with softness and detail, and that purple coneflower pops like royalty against the creamy backdrop. You’ve turned wildflowers into portraits. Worth every grass stain.

Gorgeous capture, Kurt. The front lily steals the show—sharp, vivid, and full of grace—while the others trail behind like a soft echo, adding rhythm without crowding the stage. The diffuse light is perfect, letting every freckle and flare of the petals shine without a single glare. A quiet...

That's a beautiful portrait of the Greylag, Larry. He’s standing proud, center stage—unlike those two mostly-hidden Canada Geese behind him, who are more interested in their salad than the spotlight.

Jim, this is a stunning portrait of the dogwood flower, quiet, elegant, and luminous. The exposure is perfect: petals glowing with the leaves melting into shadow. It is a masterclass in simplicity.

Bird photography sounds peaceful. You probably imagine me relaxing in the wilderness, sipping coffee while majestic creatures land gently on branches and smile for the camera. That is incorrect. Real bird photography involves stumbling out the door before sunrise, hauling a tripod, folding...

Feeding the birds has its perks: beautiful photos, joyful noise, and the occasional feeling that you're running a feathered soup kitchen. It also attracts chipmunks, squirrels, and—every now and then—a Cooper’s Hawk with bad intentions and faster reflexes than I’d prefer. And sometimes... it...