Yesterday I was lucky enough to find and point out this springtime Raven perched in front of a field of pink filaree, a wildflower from the Geranium family.

Springtime Raven with wildflowers blooming in the background, Antelope Island State Park, Davis County, UtahSpringtime Raven – Nikon D300, f6.3, 1/1600, ISO 500, Nikkor 200-400mm VR with 1.4x TC at 400mm, natural light

These introduced  wildflowers won’t be in bloom too much longer so I am trying to get images of my subjects with the filaree in the frames.

The Common Raven looked marvelous perched on the rock with the pink flowers in the background.

Antelope Island is a wonderful place to see an observe Common Ravens. They can be quite skittish though. A simple ding from a vehicle, just slowing down, or the crunch of gravel under tires can be enough to make them take flight.

I am so very glad that this raven stuck around long enough for me to take photos of it. I loved the slightly open bill in this raven image, the glossy black plumage of the bird, and of course, the setting.

Life is good.

Mia

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