Chitradeep Das Photography

Chitradeep Das Photography Software Engineer with a passion for Wildlife & Nature photography

An inquisitive Yellow Warbler!Broad Brook, CT, USA (5/25/2026)
05/26/2026

An inquisitive Yellow Warbler!

Broad Brook, CT, USA (5/25/2026)

The eagles were busy this morning!Broad Brook, CT, USA (5/25/2026)
05/26/2026

The eagles were busy this morning!

Broad Brook, CT, USA (5/25/2026)

Eagles bring fresh, green leaves and pine sprigs to their nests during the breeding season primarily to repel pests, con...
05/24/2026

Eagles bring fresh, green leaves and pine sprigs to their nests during the breeding season primarily to repel pests, control the nest's microclimate, and signal to other predators that the nest is active and fiercely defended.The continuous addition of fresh greenery during incubation and the chick-rearing period serves several important purposes:

Pest and Insect Control: Fresh leaves (particularly from aromatic trees like pine or eucalyptus) contain natural chemical compounds. When these leaves dry, they emit volatile oils that act as organic insect repellents. This helps keep the nest hygienic and protects the fragile eaglets from biting insects, mites, and parasites.

Territorial Flagging: The bright, green branches are visible from the air. Wildlife experts believe eagles use fresh greenery almost like a "flag" to signal to rival raptors and predators that the nest is occupied, well-maintained, and heavily defended.

Temperature Control: Greenery acts as natural insulation. It helps break harsh wind currents, creates tiny pockets of shade on hot days, and helps maintain a stable, humid microenvironment within the nest bowl, which is crucial for eggs.

Sanitation: Adding fresh foliage covers up decaying prey and waste from previous days, creating a cleaner "bed sheet" environment for the young birds as they grow.

Broad Brook, CT, USA (5/23/2026)

The female got down searching for fish this morning and it allowed me to capture few moments!Broad Brook, CT, USA (5/23/...
05/23/2026

The female got down searching for fish this morning and it allowed me to capture few moments!

Broad Brook, CT, USA (5/23/2026)

A mother's love - Goose with goslings!Broad Brook Pond Park, CT, USA (5/23/2026)
05/23/2026

A mother's love - Goose with goslings!

Broad Brook Pond Park, CT, USA (5/23/2026)

I love it when the Eagle flies close to me and there is an added bonus if it is carrying something :)East Windsor, CT, U...
05/22/2026

I love it when the Eagle flies close to me and there is an added bonus if it is carrying something :)

East Windsor, CT, USA (5/22/2026)

A photograph to highlight the threat wildlife faces due to irresponsible human behavior!
05/20/2026

A photograph to highlight the threat wildlife faces due to irresponsible human behavior!

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