I went hiking today in San Timoteo Canyon, hoping for birds. The birds were few and far between, and the canyon is very dry right now. We have had so little rain, the hillsides are not green, as they are some winters. I was surprised to see this yucca plant just starting to bloom--it seemed early for this. It was nice to see something besides dry grass! 1/11/21 My website: www.sparhawkphotography.com
This duck was photographed in Fairmount Park in Riverside, CA. It got its name from the purple ring at the base of its neck, which isn't always visible--it does show in this view. 1/10/21 My website: www.sparhawkphotography.com
