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

High Line Grass and Branches

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More of nature’s patterns. The first three are Marc’s.

Overgrown dry grass and weeds growing between old railway tracks, with some wooden sleepers visible.
High Line 3/18/2026
Dried yellow grass resting on a wooden plank surrounded by gravel and twigs.
High Line 3/18/2026
A close-up of bare branches in front of a vibrant abstract mural featuring warm tones of red and orange against a soft blue background.
High Line 3/18/2026
A close-up view of bare branches against a dark striped background, showcasing the texture and curvature of the twigs.
High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up view of dry brown straw, featuring various lengths with small hollow ends.
High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up of thin, reddish branches with small buds, set against a blurred background of bare twigs.
High Line 3/18/2026

High Line Pussy Willow

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So many shades and patterns.

Close-up of willow catkins on a branch, featuring fuzzy white buds and small brown scales against a blurred background.
American pussy willow (Salix discolor), High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up of a branch with fuzzy, soft buds against a blurred background.
American pussy willow (Salix discolor), High Line 3/18/2026
A close-up of a branch with several fluffy, catkin buds against a blurred background, capturing the essence of spring.
American pussy willow (Salix discolor), High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up of a branch with fluffy, soft buds illuminated by backlight against a blurred background.
American pussy willow (Salix discolor), High Line 3/18/2026

High Line Flowers

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A few Spring flowers are showing.

Close-up of small blue flowers blooming among green leaves in dark soil.
High Line 3/18/2026
A cluster of purple crocus flowers blooming amidst dried leaves and twigs.
Crocus (Crocus sativus), High Line 3/18/2026
A cluster of colorful, textured leaves in shades of pink, purple, and green, set against a dark mulch background.
High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up of pink flowering buds on a branch with green leaves, against a soft, blurred background.
Cherry, High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up of green buds on a plant with dark, textured leaves.
High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up of a branch with clusters of red and orange flowers, showcasing intricate petal structures against a blurred background.
Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana), High Line 3/18/2026

High Line Details

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A few closeups.

Close-up view of green leaves with light filtering through, showcasing textures and colors.
High Line 3/18/2026
Close-up of green leaves showing sunlight filtering through, with shadows cast on the foliage.
High Line 3/18/2026
A close-up view of several dried leaves in shades of brown and green, sitting on a textured dark surface surrounded by dry foliage.
High Line 3/18/2026
A close-up of a dried, textured seed pod on a perforated metallic surface.
High Line 3/18/2026
A close-up of a dried grass stalk against a dark background, highlighting the delicate structure of the grass.
High Line 3/18/2026
A gray bird perched on a thin branch against a blue background.
Northern Mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos), High Line 3/18/2026