A Flock of Wild Turkeys

A flock of Wild Turkeys numbering a least 75 were feeding in this corn field left over from last year. This was on Monday morning, March 31, 2008 and we were on our way into town when we spotted this flock and had to turn around and go back to take some pictures. There are some woods near by so they probably were roosting there overnight and came out into the field to start their day. Turkeys can fly strongly for short distances, but prefer running to escape danger as most hunters have found out. They typically feed on seeds, nuts, acorns, and fruit.

Wild Turkeys

A closer view of the Wild Turkeys. There are three female turkeys in this picture. The head of one can be seen just above the branch on the left. Below the branch is the second one, her head is near the ground and she is in front of the first one. The third turkey is on the right. These female Wild Turkeys are about 36" long and are characterized by "naked" head and neck which are bluish in color. Domestic turkeys are similar in size, but normally heavier due to increased feeding and decreased activity.

Lenten Rose

This Lenten Rose blooms in March and this year had to contend with over a foot of snow. This one blossom made it through the Winter and was here to greet us as Spring arrived.

The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of the birds has come - Song of Solomon 2:12.

Snow Drops

Our patch of Snow Drops greets the Spring weather and after a long winter we enjoy their beauty and believe that Spring must be here.

Snow Drops & Rain Drop

After a shower this afternoon the addition of a rain drop adds beauty to the Snow Drop.

Snow Drops & A Bee

The "first bee of spring" likes the Snow Drops. This bee was busy crawling in and out of the Snow Drops as I was taking pictures. I'm glad he held still for this picture.

Common Loon #2

A second Common Loon visited our lake on March 31, 2008. This picture was taken from the dam looking down at the loon so its banded back feathers are more readily visible than on the first loon where we took a picture of from the dock.