An extreme close-up focuses on the face and paws of a small, furry mammal with thick grey and tan fur. The animal has a large, dark, reflective eye and long, thin whiskers, with its delicate paws held up to its mouth as if it is eating. The shallow depth of field captures the fine texture of the fur and a subtle reflection of the surrounding trees within its eye.

The world in a squirrels eyes.

#SquirrelSaturday #Mammal #Rodent #citycritter #queensync #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #forestpark

A small, olive and blue-grey bird perches alertly on a textured, horizontal branch with its head tilted upward. It features a blue-grey head with prominent white "spectacles" around its eyes, a bright yellow wash along its flanks, and two pale bars on its wings. The background is a soft, muted grey and blue, providing a clean, minimalist backdrop that emphasizes the bird's delicate features.

A Blue-headed Vireo hanging out along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #Blue #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #queensync #forestpark #vireo

#pdx #Portland #nowar #iceoutoforegon #Oregon #Hillsboro #Beaverton #ForestPark
#Americanrevolution

A golden-orange honeybee is captured in mid-flight, hovering just inches away from a cluster of vibrant purple crocus flowers. The bee's wings are a blur of motion, and its legs are tucked and holding a pollen pellet as it prepares to land on the delicate petals to reach the bright yellow stamens inside. The scene is bathed in warm, natural sunlight, with a soft-focus background of earthy mulch and dry leaves that makes the spring colors pop.

Spring is here and this Honey Bee has a nice sized pollen pellet to bring home to the hive.

#bee #bees #nature #naturephotography #pollen #honey #photography #queensnyc #forestpark

A vibrant red bird with a black face and a stout orange beak is perched on a thin, grey branch and facing the camera with its beak wide open. Its feathers are a rich crimson, appearing slightly puffed up, with its long tail feathers hanging straight down below the branch. The background is a soft, out-of-focus network of bare, wintry twigs and muted grey tones, making the bird's bright color pop.

A yawning Northern Cardinal along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #OpenBeak #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark #cardinal

A small bird with a sharp, pointed beak clings to a diagonal tree branch with peeling bark. Its plumage is a crisp pattern of black and white, featuring white spots on the wings and a distinctive red patch on the back of its head. The background is a soft, out-of-focus wash of vibrant blue and earthy brown.

A small bird with a sharp, slightly open beak perches on a thick, diagonal tree branch. It features a crisp black-and-white patterned body with white spots on its wings and a bold white stripe across its face. The background is a vibrant, out-of-focus blue sky, which makes the detailed textures of the bird's feathers and the rough tree bark stand out.

A Downy Woodpecker and a Hairy Woodpecker along the trail.

#WoodpeckerWednesday #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark #woodpecker

It is fancy dress donation season! And it likely ends by the end of the month.

The Forest Park library is accepting fancy dresses for the prom dress sale in Maywood in a few weeks. #ForestPark, #OakPark, #Maywood (IL)

A small, black-and-white striped bird is frozen in mid-air as it leaps from a slender branch to catch a tiny flying insect. Its wings are fully extended upward, revealing intricate white banding, while its beak is wide open in a dramatic display of action. The background is a soft, sun-drenched blend of green and yellow foliage that beautifully highlights the bird's high-energy hunt.

A Black-and-White Warbler catching a meal.

#BirdOfTheDay #BugCatchers #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #forestpark #citybirds #migration #queensncy

A small songbird with a distinctive striped head and bright yellow patches in front of its eyes stands alert on a forest floor covered in dry, brown leaves. Its body is primarily grey with reddish-brown streaking on its wings, and it has a crisp white throat patch framed by thin black lines. The bird is captured in a front-facing, slightly crouched posture as it forages among the leaf litter in soft, natural light.

A White-throated Sparrow along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #Grounded #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #forestpark #queensnyc

Feeding time, or a yawn? #owl #forestpark #birds

Forest Park

Morning hike, afternoon walk!

#Biodiversity, #ecosystems, natural environment, forest, biological sequestration.

🎶 America - You Can Do Magic (1982)
#ForestPark #PDX #Hiking #Walking

A vibrant red bird with a black face and a stout orange beak is captured mid-splash while bathing in a shallow, leaf-filled waterhole. Droplets of water are frozen in the air around its ruffled feathers, creating a dynamic sense of movement against the muddy ground. The surrounding area is scattered with fallen brown leaves and twigs, reflecting the bird’s bright plumage in the rippling water.

A Northern Cardinal taking a bath at the waterhole.

#BirdOfTheDay #Splash #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #forestpark #queensnyc #citybirds #cardinal

A small, round bird with warm cinnamon-orange feathers on its chest and a bold white stripe above its eye perches on a wooden bird feeder. It has a long, slightly down-curved beak and is looking off to the right against a soft, blurred brown background. To the left, a black wire suet cage filled with suet is partially visible, casting thin shadows across the wooden frame.

A Carolina Wren watching its back at the feeder.

#BirdOfTheDay #Feeders #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #wren #citybirds #forestpark #queensnyc

Three young, furry mammals with round ears and dark eyes huddle together, peering out from a circular hollow in a textured tree trunk. Their grey and tan fur blends with the rough bark of the tree, and several small paws with tiny claws are visible as they grip the edge of the opening. The scene is brightly lit by natural sunlight, highlighting the soft details of their faces against the dark interior of their nest.

Baby squirrels along the trail.

#SquirrelSaturday #squirrels #babies #cuteness #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #queensnyc #forestpark

A profile view of a small songbird standing on a leafy forest floor, featuring a distinctive cinnamon-brown crest and upper body. Its white underside is covered in bold, dark brown heart-shaped spots that transition into streaks near the throat and neck. The bird has a large, dark eye surrounded by a thin white ring, and the background is a soft-focus blend of earth tones and small green leaves.

A Wood Thrush pausing along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #SongBirds #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark

A profile view of a medium-sized bird clinging vertically to the side of a weathered, decaying tree trunk while actively pecking, sending small wood chips flying through the air. The bird features a vibrant red crown and nape, a pale tan face and belly, and striking black-and-white horizontal barring across its wings and back. The background consists of a soft, out-of-focus forest setting with dappled sunlight filtering through green foliage.

A Red-bellied Woodpecker making sawdust along the trail.

#WoodpeckerWednesday #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #queensnyc #citybirds #forestpark

A small songbird with a rosy-pink head and breast perches on a thick, sunlit diagonal branch. Its wings and tail are a warm brown with dark streaks, while its pale belly is softly mottled with light red. The bird is captured in profile against a smooth, out-of-focus tan background, highlighting its delicate features and stout beak.

Profile of a Purple Finch along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #SideProfiles #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark #finch

A vibrant, mostly red bird with a prominent crest and a black facial mask perches directly on a slender, bare branch. Its bright red plumage stands out against a soft-focus background of muted brown and gray winter twigs. The bird is captured facing forward with a slightly tilted head, showcasing its thick, orange beak and dark, watchful eyes.

A Northern Cardinal striking a pose along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #Photogenic #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark

A small, mottled brown and white bird clings vertically to the textured grey bark of a thick tree trunk. Its long, slender, and slightly curved beak points upward as it presses its fluffy white underbelly against the wood. The bird's streaked plumage provides a natural camouflage against the deeply furrowed bark, set against a soft, out-of-focus background.

A Brown Creeper creeping along the trail.

#SmallBirdSaturday #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark

Gemini said A vibrant bird with brilliant scarlet-red feathers and contrasting jet-black wings rests in a shallow, rocky birdbath. Its intense red plumage glows under dappled sunlight, reflecting clearly in the still water surrounding its body. The bird appears alert and calm, with its light-colored beak slightly pointed forward against a dark, earthy background of wet stones and green foliage.

A Scarlet Tanager taking a bath along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #StandingInWater #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #forestpark #queensnyc

A striking bird with a jet-black head and brilliant orange underparts splashes energetically in a shallow, leaf-filled woodland pool. Droplets of water are captured mid-air as the bird beats its wings, creating shimmering ripples on the surface that reflect its vibrant colors. The surrounding environment is a mix of dark earthy tones and soft green reflections, highlighting the bird as it bathes in the dappled forest light.

A Baltimore Oriole taking a bath along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #ColourfulCaptures #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #forestpark #queensnyc

I opened up the sliding door to get a whiff of fresh air and.... it smells funny outside. #ForestPark #Chicago

Or is perimenopause impacting my sense of smell?

A small, vibrant songbird with bright yellow plumage and olive/blueish colored wings perches on a thin, tangled branch amidst a soft-focus green forest. The bird is captured in a spirited moment with its head tilted back and its slender beak wide open in mid-song. Its dark, mask-like eye stripe stands out sharply against its golden feathers, adding a striking detail to the expressive pose.

A Blue-winged Warbler making some noise along the trail

#BirdOfTheDay #ShoutItOut #bird #birds #birding #wildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #photography #citybirds #forestpark #queensnyc

A medium-sized songbird with rosy-pink feathers on its head and chest is perched upright on a jagged, weathered wooden branch. It is facing to the right, looking out over its environment under warm, natural sunlight that highlights the texture of its plumage. The background is a soft, completely blurred natural gradient of warm browns and tans, creating a peaceful and focused portrait.

A Purple Finch calmly perched along the trail.

#BirdOfTheDay #Finches #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #queensnyc #citybirds #forestpark

Low-angle night photograph of restaurant in Forest Park, Illinois. Bold red neon letters spell EAT vertically on a tower, topped by a glowing Coca-Cola medallion, blazing against black sky. A cyan neon heartbeat line is visible along the bottom of the frame

Wide night photograph of diner in Forest Park, Illinois

Random Photo of the Day
how to make an entrance
#NeonSigns #Americana #NightPhotography
#Portillos #ForestPark #ChicagoArea
opened 1989

A former #EJE Elgin Joliet and Eastern #caboose at the #ForestPark Railroad fan park next to the #Matteson #Metra station parking lot #Train

What a day, and then this cloud show over the #StJohnsBridge and #ForestPark #NPortlandOregon

Cloudy sky splits in two above the Forest Park in the background between uneven mirrored rectangular industrial structures. View from St. John's neighborhood of Portland Oregon.

#digitalphotography #photomanipulation #glitchart #surreal #stjohns #portland #forestpark #doubleexposure #nogenerativeai

Not Here

A plump, grayish-brown bird resting peacefully on a horizontal tree branch. It has its eyes closed and its long, pointed tail hangs down. The background is beautifully out of focus with soft washes of blue, purple, pink, and yellow.

A drowsy Mouring Dove.

#BirdOfTheDay #Pigeons&Doves #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #forestpark #queensnyc

A close-up of a small, plump bird perched on a slanted, rough-barked branch. The bird's coloring is sharply divided: its head, back, and wings are a dark, uniform slate gray, while its belly is a crisp, bright white. It has a small, pale pink, conical-shaped beak and a dark, bright eye. The bird is facing to the left in sharp focus, capturing the fine texture of its feathers, set against a smoothly blurred, warm background of earthy brown and tan tones.

A very round Dark-eyed Junco.

#BirdOfTheDay #Borb #bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark