I really don’t like this time of year much as far as shooting goes. Since spring migration is over the birds start to look a little bedraggled by this time of year. Mostly from raising their broods of young. So its always a challenge as to what do I shoot this time of year. It’s slightly to early to shoot deer, elk and moose, thats best done in the fall. Yes of course there are still many birds around this time of year even hummers and I do shoot them until they leave in September. Most birds start to look awful this time of year because of the molt, when their spring colors change to their winter colors. Rather then put up pictures of ugly birds I picked a few of my favorite shots from the last few months that I haven’t posted. Maybe its time to head to the shore or Jamaica Bay!

Northern Harrier


Chipping Sparrow


American Robin