10,000 Birds

APRIL 22, 2011

We also spotted Raven , Bald Eagle , Black-billed Magpie , and the inevitable Canada Goose. Mammals were mostly represented by Mule Deer and a handful of debatable Elk. Sometimes a little too confiding, like the Wild Turkey that wandered out into the road in front of us and brought us to a stop for nearly a minute.

Mules 169

Mules Bald Eagle ALA Turkey 169

10,000 Birds

JUNE 3, 2011

Things were quiet at first as I headed upwards, until I startled two Mule Deer. The spectacular views of the valley also offered me looks at a passing Common Raven , Red-tailed Hawk , and an adult Bald Eagle. Dodgy weather had always kept me from climbing all the way over, before, but this time I felt like my luck was in.

Landlord 190

Landlord Mules Bald Eagle Nashville 190

10,000 Birds

JUNE 17, 2011

Besides the American bison that the refuge was founded to protect, there are pronghorns, elk, bighorn sheep, mule and white-tailed deer, and black bears. And although the single Bald Eagle we spotted just outside the park was probably more interested in fish, they are known to enjoy fawn as well, when they can carry it.

Rattlesnake 168

Rattlesnake Mules Bald Eagle Mammals 168