Kingfisher Along the Poudre scenery I painted this partly to

I painted this partly to remind myself not to miss the fall aspens there

and olive greens creating winter color for those who take the time to observe

magpies and other birds that over-winter in the Rocky Mountain region

Polar Bear on sea ice

Kingfisher Along the Poudre scenery I painted this partly toAny walk along a wild stream or river in most of North America offers the chance of seeing a Belted Kingfisher. Their presence is most often revealed by their unique chattering call, butbobservers usually get just a quick glimpse as the bird flies rapidly past. On lucky occasions, one may spot a kingfisher before it takes off, or see where it lands. This bird preys on small fish and aquatic invertebrates which it first spots from a perch above the