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Capturing The Valley: Doves Out on a Limb

A family of doves reside at our cabin in the Sawtooth National Forest.  When on our property they spend most of their time observing the bird feeders from the limb of a Lodgepole Pine tree about 75 feet away. There appear to be six doves that hang around the house.  They do not frequent the Read More…

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Capturing The Valley: Pronghorn on the Salmon

Pronghorn are a prominent feature of the open prairies and ranges of the Western United States.  The Pronghorn is not an Antelope.  Its closest living relative is the Giraffe.  The Pronghorn travels at speeds between 55-60 MPH. Therefore, it is the fastest land animal in the western hemisphere.  While the African Cheetah can reach a Read More…

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Capturing The Valley: Sharing Residency

This week, the Grosbeak’s decided to move in at our home in Stanley, Idaho.  They are new residents. A New Bird in Town The Evening Grosbeak is an eye-catching kenspeckle bird.  It travels in flocks looking for food sources.  In addition, if the flock likes the food source and it proves to be reliable, they Read More…