Central Park

Central Park Short Visit

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During a couple of hours in the park I captured these.

Blue-fronted Dancer (Argia apicalis), Central Park 8/26/2026
Black-and-white Warbler (Mniotilta varia), Central Park 8/26/2026
Inland Sea Oats (Chasmanthium latifolium), Central Park 8/26/2026
Spicebush Swallowtail (Papilio troilus), Central Park 8/26/2026
Spicebush Swallowtail (Papilio troilus), Central Park 8/26/2026

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

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

Central Park Reservoir Birds

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After visiting the Ramble we stopped by the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir – Wikipedia in Central Park. I wanted to see what winter ducks were there. We didn’t stay long. Here’s a link to a Birding Guide | Central Park Conservancy

A duck resting on the water's surface, with its back to the viewer, showcasing its distinctive plumage and the surrounding rippling water.
Hooded Merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus), Central Park 12/18/2025
A group of winter ducks swimming in the blue waters of the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in Central Park.
Northern Shoveler (Anas clypeata), Central Park 12/18/2025
A female common merganser swimming in the blue water of the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, showcasing its distinctive tufted brown head and gray body.
Red-breasted Merganser (Mergus serrator), Central Park 12/18/2025