#Shawangunkgrasslands
Even the Red-bellied Woodpeckers know the Shawangunk Grasslands are the place to be! This little bird wasn't sharing their suet though. 😉 #birds #usbirds #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #redbelliedwoodpecker #suetcage #shawangunkgrasslands #birding
February 11, 2025 at 2:11 PM
This junco is clearly Team Winter! ❄️ While the rest of us are dreaming of warmer days, they're out here frolicking in the snow at Shawangunk Grasslands NWR. They head off to higher elevations and even Canada when it warms up here. #darkeyedjunco #shawangunkgrasslands #birds #usbirds #wildlife
February 3, 2025 at 12:57 PM
There's something magical about seeing a cardinal in the snow. ❤️❄️ It always brings a smile to my face. #cardinal #winterwildlife #birdphotography #naturelover #joy #shawangunkgrasslands #hudsonvalley #addbirder #birds #wildlifephotography #usbirds
January 29, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Revisiting the sheer audacity of this early migrant Red-winged Blackbird from March. It didn't just arrive in the Hudson Valley; it found the highest perch and screamed at winter to get off its lawn. Love it!

#birds #redwingedblackbird #shawangunkgrasslands #nature #wildlife #photography #birding
July 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Spotted: a snow-covered muskrat on a mission! Turns out, they're not just cute faces – they're also resourceful foragers. This one was working hard at the Shawangunk Grasslands. #shawangunkgrasslands #muskratlife #winteradventures #natureobservations #snowday #naturephotography #wildlifephotography
February 7, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Feeling a bit blah today, but this little black-capped chickadee's mid-hop antics are making me smile. 😊 Sometimes it's the small things, right?
#birds #birdsofny #usbirds #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #blackcappedchickadee #shawangunkgrasslands #songbirds #hudsonvalley #birdphotography
February 13, 2025 at 12:07 AM
February 8, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Check out this dapper tufted titmouse enjoying a snack at the Shawangunk Grasslands! Love that crested look and that big eye 🥹. #birds #usbirds #tuftedtitmouse #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #naturephotograhy #shawangunkgrasslands #nature #birdlover #hudsonvalley #birdsofnewyork
February 1, 2025 at 1:26 PM
With LinnaeanNY a great windy trip to #crotonpoint and #Shawangunkgrasslands in we saw #americantreesparrow #redtail #harrier #kestral. Sorry, no short ear owls, it was just too windy
January 17, 2024 at 12:56 AM
February 5, 2025 at 12:47 PM
While American Kestrels are a common sight in the Shawangunk Grasslands, their beauty never fades. Here's one taking flight, showcasing its agility and grace. #shawangunkgrasslands #kestrel #birdwatching #nature #wildlife #birds #birdphotography #wildlifephotography #shawangunkgrasslands #nybirds
February 6, 2025 at 11:20 AM
From swimmer to snowshoer! ❄️ This muskrat is adapting to the frozen pond life at the Shawangunk Grasslands NWR. #muskrat #shawangunkgrasslands #winterwildlife #frozenpond #naturephotography #winterwonderland #adorable #wildlifephotography
#wildlife #cuteoverload
January 28, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Snowy snack time! This little muskrat is too cute for words. 😍 #muskrat #shawangunkgrasslands #winterwonderland #adorable #wildlife #cuteoverload
January 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Battling through Thursday like this muskrat is battling through the snow. We got this! 💪 #muskrat #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #shawangunkgrasslands #snow #frozenpond #winter #nature #wildlife #isitfridayyet #hudsonvalley #wildlifeofny
February 13, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Just a hawk reminding us that there's still beauty in the world, even when things feel heavy. 🦅🌎❤️ Tag someone who needs this reminder today. #redtailedhawk #naturelovers #beauty #inspiration #spreadlove #birds #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #hudsonvalley #usbirds #shawangunkgrasslands #ny
February 9, 2025 at 2:38 PM
February 4, 2025 at 1:43 PM
This mink has the exact same energy I have on a Sunday morning when I suddenly realize all the errands I was supposed to run this weekend.

Just a blur of pure, panicked, high-speed motion.

#Americanmink #wildlife #photography #shawangunkgrasslands #nywildlife #hudsonvalley #photosatdusk #nature
July 20, 2025 at 2:41 PM
This Song Sparrow is the physical embodiment of "just five more minutes." That's the exact posture of me on a Monday morning when the alarm goes off and I'm trying to become one with my pillow. I feel this in my soul.

#birds #birding #wildlife #nature #photography #shawangunkgrasslands #songsparrow
July 14, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Braving the elements! These mourning doves are toughing out the snowy weather with puffed-up feathers and a determined spirit. 💪❄️ #mourningdoves #winterbirds #birdsurvival #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #addbirder #birdphotography #birds #birding #shawangunkgrasslands
January 27, 2025 at 1:19 PM
A tough break for the Red-bellied Woodpecker: its most brilliant feature is its red head, but the "Red-headed" name was already claimed.

What can it do? Put it's best foot forward and show off that crimson cap anyway.

#birding #birdsofny #nature #wildlife #photography #shawangunkgrasslands
July 10, 2025 at 9:51 AM