Central Park Flowers in April 2 of 2

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Second set of Spring Flowers. Altogether 4 posts created from that trip.

Cluster of blue grape hyacinth flowers surrounded by green grass and leaves.
Grape Hyacinth (Muscari), Central Park 4/7/2026
Close-up of pink flowering plants with green leaves, showcasing clusters of small bell-shaped blossoms.
Virginia Bluebell (Mertensia virginica), Central Park 4/7/2026
A close-up of vibrant pink azalea flowers blooming among green leaves, set against a background of more floral blooms.
Azalea, Central Park 4/7/2026
Close-up of vibrant yellow flowers on a green branch, with soft sunlight illuminating the scene.
Forsythia suspensa, Central Park 4/7/2026
A scenic view of a lake in Central Park, showcasing cherry blossom trees and yellow foliage, with skyscrapers of New York City in the background under a clear blue sky.
Central Park 4/7/2026
Close-up of a cherry blossom branch with white flowers and green leaves, set against a blurred background.
Plum, Central Park 4/7/2026

Central Park Flowers in April 1 of 2

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I photgraphed some Spring flowers in the park.

Close-up of white daffodil flowers with orange centers, surrounded by green foliage.
Daffodil, Central Park 4/7/2026
A close-up view of delicate white bell-shaped flowers surrounded by vibrant green leaves.
Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalus), Central Park 4/7/2026
A close-up of a group of flowering plants with mottled green leaves and deep red buds.
Toadshade Trillium (TYrilliun caneatum), Central Park 4/7/2026
A field of blooming white daffodils with orange centers, surrounded by green grass.
Poet’s Daffodil (Narcissus poeticus), Central Park 4/7/2026
Close-up of a pink and green hellebore flower surrounded by green leaves.
Hellebore, Central Park 4/7/2026
A close-up of white daffodil-like flowers with yellow centers, surrounded by green grass and other flowers in a garden setting.
Poet’s Daffodil (Narcissus poeticus), Central Park 4/7/2026

Central Park Birds in April 2 of 2

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Second of two posts of birds.

A male and female mallard duck standing on a small patch of ice in a serene water setting, surrounded by gently rippling reflections.
Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), Central Park 4/7/2026
A blue jay bird standing on green grass, showcasing its colorful feathers.
Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata), Central Park 4/7/2026
A black-crowned night heron perched among branches, focusing on its surroundings while standing on a log.
Black-crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax), Central Park 4/7/2026
A bird resting among branches, partially obscured by foliage.
Black-crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax), Central Park 4/7/2026
A robin perched on a tree branch near its nest, surrounded by delicate twigs and leaves.
American Robin (Turdus migratorius), Central Park 4/7/2026
A red-bellied woodpecker perched on a weathered tree trunk, showcasing its distinct black and white patterned feathers.
Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus), Central Park 4/7/2026
A woodpecker clings to the side of a tree trunk, pecking at a hole in the bark against a clear blue sky.
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius),
Central Park 4/7/2026

Central Park Birds in April 1 of 2

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Photograps that I made during a Linnaean Society of New York birding trip. Edited in Lightroom and Photoshop. A few were sharpened in Topaz.

A sparrow perched on the ground, surrounded by a blurred background and sparkling light effects.
Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina), Central Park 4/7/2026
A small bird with a brownish cap and striped feathers perched on a slender branch.
Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina), Central Park 4/7/2026
A dark-colored bird foraging on the ground among dried leaves.
Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis), Central Park 4/7/2026
Close-up of a small brown bird perched on a branch, surrounded by a soft blurred background of greenery.
Winter Wren (Troglodytes hiemalis), Central Park 4/7/2026
A small brown bird with speckled feathers perched on a log, surrounded by blurred greenery.
Winter Wren (Troglodytes hiemalis), Central Park 4/7/2026
A small brown bird foraging on the ground among fallen leaves and rocks.
Swamp Sparrow (Melospiza georgiana), Central Park 4/7/2026
A small bird climbing a tree trunk in a wooded area.
Brown Creeper (Certhia americana),Central Park 4/7/2026
A blurry image of a bird in mid-flight, approaching a textured tree trunk, with a colorful soft-focus background.
Brown Creeper (Certhia americana),Central Park 4/7/2026

NJBG Skylands

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At the end of March we drove to NJ Botanical Gardens – Skylands. Not much in bloom yet but it was a lovely day.

I added cobblestones using AI in the first one.

A grand stone mansion surrounded by bare trees and greenery, with a cobblestone pathway leading to its entrance under a blue sky with some clouds.
Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A decorative bronze urn featuring intricate designs, including cherubs and fruits, placed on a stone wall with a scenic background of trees and blue sky.
Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A distant view of layered mountains under a cloudy sky, with bare trees in the foreground.
Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A cluster of purple crocus flowers blooming among dried leaves and green grass.
Crocus, Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A bird in flight among bare branches against a clear blue sky.
Tree Swallow (Tachycineta bicolor), Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026

Prospect Park with LSNY

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We went on a Photography and birding trip. Tom led the group from the Linnaean Society of NY on April the 4th. About the trip: Better Bird Photography Workshop in Prospect Park – The Linnaean Society of New York. Here are a few of the birds that we saw.

A pair of hawks perched on branches, one looking towards the camera while the other is in a mid-flight position, surrounded by bare trees against a blue sky.
Cooper’s Hawk (Accipiter cooperii), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A vibrant red cardinal bird foraging on the ground near blue flowers and green shoots, with a tree trunk in the background.
Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A downy woodpecker clinging to the side of a tree trunk, showcasing its distinctive black and white plumage and a small red patch on its head.
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
Two hawks perched on branches in a wooded area, with one hawk in clear view and the other partially obscured by tree branches.
Cooper’s Hawk (Accipiter cooperii), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A small bird with a blue and gray plumage perched on a log, looking down.
Tufted Titmouse (Baeolophus bicolor), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A white bird, possibly a swan, is seen diving headfirst into the water, with its legs and back exposed above the surface.
Mute Swan (Cygnus olor), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A small bird perched on a branch against a clear blue sky.
Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A yellow bird with a reddish cap perched on a branch, surrounded by bare tree limbs.
Palm Warbler (Setophaga palmarum), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A small bird perched on a branch, looking upwards against a blue sky.
Ruby-crowned Kinglet (Regulus calendula), Prospect Park 4/4/2026
A male and female wood duck swimming together on a calm body of water.
Wood Duck (Aix sponsa), Prospect Park 4/4/2026

Central Park Birds

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Birds on the lake and by the feeders in the Rambles.

A colorful wood duck swimming on calm water, reflecting its vibrant plumage.
Wood Duck (Aix sponsa), Central Park 3/20/2026
A male and female wood duck swimming in calm water. The male has vibrant plumage with green, red, and white markings, while the female has a more muted, brownish appearance with subtle color accents.
Wood Duck (Aix sponsa), Central Park 3/20/2026
A cluster of purple crocus flowers surrounded by green grass and fallen oak leaves, signifying early spring scenery.
Crocus, Central Park 3/20/2026
Close-up of a White-throated Sparrow perched on a branch, with a blurred background of leaves.
White-throated Sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis), Central Park 3/20/2026
A close-up of a gray bird with a distinctive yellow patch on its head, perched on a bird feeder against a blurred background.
White-throated Sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis), Central Park 3/20/2026
A brown bird foraging among fallen leaves and grass in a natural setting.
Central Park 3/20/2026
A dark-colored bird standing on the ground among twigs and seed pods.
Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis), Central Park 3/20/2026

Central Park Song Sparrow

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This little guy was searching for wet morsels in the little stream.

A small bird wading in shallow water surrounded by fallen leaves and pine cones.
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Central Park 3/20/2026
A small bird with brown stripes searching for food in a muddy area among fallen leaves and twigs.
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Central Park 3/20/2026
A small bird with striped plumage foraging in shallow water amongst fallen leaves and twigs.
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Central Park 3/20/2026
A striped bird standing in shallow water among fallen leaves, searching for food.
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Central Park 3/20/2026
A small brown bird foraging near a water puddle surrounded by dried leaves and natural debris.
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Central Park 3/20/2026
A brown and white striped bird standing in shallow water among fallen leaves and twigs.
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Central Park 3/20/2026
A small bird foraging near a waterlogged area with scattered twigs and leaves, alongside emerging green grass and a white flower bud.
Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia), Central Park 3/20/2026