Willow's Ranch Photography

01/04/2026

Short-eared Owl on the hunt. I was surprised to see this gorgeous owl out so early. I stood in one place and was given quite the show. This owl kept coming by and made multiple passes overhead and by the dunes.

10/11/2025

Monarch Butterfly migration is such an amazing thing to witness. I usually go right before sunset and watch as dozens of Monarch Butterflies float by and land in the trees to roost together. This year was my first time going at sunrise and I am so happy I did! When I arrived and it was still very cool and foggy. The butterflies were roosting together in the trees. Once the sun started to dry the dew off of their wings, they began to warm up and flew away one by one.

Monarch butterflies roost to conserve energy. There is a theory that Monarch butterflies roost together in large clumps to protect themselves from predators. They are fascinating!

10/07/2025

Red-spotted Purple Butterfly on Black-eyed Susan taken over the Summer in my yard. Summer is quickly coming to an end. Bird migration is in full swing and so is Monarch Butterfly migration (those photos coming soon). I will miss seeing the summer birds and pollinators, but I look forward to our beautiful Winter visitors.
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08/03/2025

One of Willow's owlets hanging out in an old squirrel nest in my yard.

07/31/2025

Walnut and a very fierce looking Willow! Both of these were taken in my backyard! Stay tuned for pics of their adorable owlets! Both successfully fledged and have learned to fly and hunt!

08/17/2024

I can spend all day watching this gorgeous Ruby-throated Hummingbird in my garden. These little birds are so amazing! 🐦

07/10/2024

Black-capped Chickadee exploring the ground under the Dogwood Tree 🐦

07/06/2024

Sometimes getting before 5 am pays off. One of our resident Eastern Screech Owls came by for a drink before heading to bed this morning.

06/27/2024

This Great-crested Flycatcher has been hanging around my yard. I noticed it last week when I heard a call I wasn't familiar with. 🐦

05/20/2024

If Great Horned Owls told jokes...
Knock, Knock!
Who's there?
Who.
Who Whoo?
Are you an owl? 😂

What do you call an owl with a sore throat?
A bird that doesn't give a hoot. 🤣

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05/12/2024