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    Travis AFB Nature Images [Image 20 of 22]

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    A ground squirrel is standing upright on its hind legs in a grassy, partially sandy outdoor area. The animal appears to have its mouth open, possibly vocalizing or alert to something in its environment. The image is captured in natural daylight with a shallow depth of field, keeping the squirrel in sharp focus against a blurred green background.

    TRAVIS AFB, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    03.04.2021

    Photo by Heide Couch 

    60th Air Mobility Wing

    A California ground squirrel squeaks out a high-pitched alarm call March 4, 2021, at Travis Air Force Base, California. The squirrels create shelter for other animals such as burrowing owls, snakes and the endangered California Tiger Salamander, by digging burrows and leaving them unoccupied. Travis AFB’s Natural Resources Program is responsible for surveys, analysis and documentation of threatened and endangered species, wetlands, forest resources and other field studies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Heide Couch)

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    Date Taken: 03.04.2021
    Date Posted: 04.19.2021 12:34
    Photo ID: 6606003
    VIRIN: 210304-F-RU983-1867
    Resolution: 2846x2091
    Size: 4.79 MB
    Location: TRAVIS AFB, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 104
    Downloads: 8

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    Two Turkey Vultures (Cathartes aura) are photographed on open grassland with wings fully spread. One bird appears to be feeding on a carcass on the ground while the other approaches or displays aggressively. The image captures a confrontational or competitive feeding interaction between the two large scavenger birds.
    The image shows several grape hyacinth (Muscari) flowers in full bloom, rising above a lush green grass meadow. Four distinct blue-purple flower spikes are visible in sharp focus against a softly blurred green background. The photo was taken at ground level with shallow depth of field, highlighting the delicate cluster-like blooms.
    A white raptor, consistent with a White-tailed Kite or similar species, is captured mid-flight against a clear, cloudless blue sky. The bird appears to be hovering or banking, with wings fully extended and talons visible beneath its body. The photograph is sharp and well-exposed, showcasing fine feather detail.
    A white-and-black raptor, likely a Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris) or White-tailed Kite (Elanus leucurus), is perched on a bare, leafless branch tip against a clear blue sky. The bird's white breast feathers appear ruffled, possibly due to wind. The image is taken from a low angle looking upward, giving a dramatic perspective of the bird.
    A jackrabbit (likely a black-tailed jackrabbit) is captured mid-sprint in a grassy area alongside a chain-link fence. All four feet are off the ground, indicating high-speed movement. The image is a sharp action shot taken in natural daylight.
    A group of turtles is basking on a partially submerged rock or log in a calm body of water. Approximately 8-10 turtles are lined up along the rocky surface, with one additional turtle visible at the water's edge on the far left. The water reflects the surrounding environment, suggesting a natural pond, lake, or slow-moving river setting.
    A small thrush-type bird is perched on a weathered, decaying log in a woodland setting. The bird displays characteristic spotted breast markings, olive-brown upperparts, and pinkish legs consistent with a Hermit Thrush or similar Catharus species. The background is softly blurred, suggesting a shallow depth-of-field photography technique.
    A wild hare or jackrabbit is crouched at the edge of a shallow body of water, actively drinking. The animal's reflection is clearly visible on the calm water surface. The setting is a natural outdoor environment with sandy soil, sparse grass, and dry vegetation.
    A lizard is perched on the bark of a lichen-covered tree trunk, blending in with its surroundings through natural camouflage. The tree bark displays patches of yellow-orange and gray-green lichen, creating a textured, colorful surface. Bare branches are visible in the foreground and background against a clear blue sky.
    A semi-aquatic turtle is basking on a sandy bank at the edge of a body of water. The turtle has its neck extended upward, appearing to be alert or warming itself in the sun. The image captures fine detail of the turtle's patterned skin, shell, and clawed feet.
    A turtle is swimming near the surface of murky, golden-brown water. The turtle's head is raised above the water line while its shell and limbs remain partially submerged. The water appears turbid and sediment-laden, giving it a characteristic yellowish-brown color.
    A hummingbird is perched on a bare, thin branch against a clear blue sky. The bird displays iridescent green plumage on its back and wings, with a dark brownish-purple head and a long, slender bill. The image captures fine feather detail, suggesting a close-range telephoto shot.
    A honeybee is actively foraging on white blossoms of a flowering tree, likely an almond or cherry tree in early spring bloom. The image captures the bee nestled within an open flower surrounded by multiple blooms in various stages of opening, from tight pink buds to fully open white flowers. The photograph is taken with a shallow depth of field, keeping the central branch and bee in sharp focus against a soft, blurred green-gray background.
    A telephoto photograph of a half-moon (approximately first quarter phase) set against a deep blue twilight sky. The lunar surface shows clearly visible craters and maria (dark plains). Tree silhouettes frame the moon on the left and right edges of the image.
    A Northern Mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos) is perched atop a curved yellow metal pipe or pole, photographed from a low angle against a pale blue sky. The bird is facing left, displaying its characteristic gray plumage, white wing patches, and long tail. The warm golden light suggests the photo was taken during early morning or late afternoon hours.
    A woodpecker with distinctive red crown and throat patches perches on a large diagonal tree branch surrounded by pine needles. The bird displays classic black-and-white patterned plumage consistent with a Yellow-bellied Sapsucker. The image is taken in natural outdoor lighting with a softly blurred background of pine branches.
    A dark-plumaged bird with a distinctive spiky crest and striking red eyes is perched on a bare branch against a clear blue sky. The bird displays predominantly black feathers with subtle barring visible on the wing and tail feathers. Based on visible features, this appears to be a Phainopepla (Phainopepla nitens), a species of silky-flycatcher found in arid regions of the southwestern United States and Mexico.
    A small songbird, likely a Ruby-crowned Kinglet, is perched on the rim of a weathered metal bird bath. The bird appears to have just splashed water, as droplets are visible in the air above the basin. The image is captured in sharp focus against a dark, blurred natural background.
    Two American Kestrels (Falco sparverius) are perched together on a bare tree branch against a clear blue sky. Both birds display characteristic kestrel features including blue-gray heads, rufous-brown spotted plumage, facial markings, and yellow feet. The pair appears to be a male-female duo based on subtle plumage differences.
    A ground squirrel is standing upright on its hind legs in a grassy, partially sandy outdoor area. The animal appears to have its mouth open, possibly vocalizing or alert to something in its environment. The image is captured in natural daylight with a shallow depth of field, keeping the squirrel in sharp focus against a blurred green background.
    Two long-billed curlews are walking across a green grassy field in bright daylight. Both birds display characteristic long, downward-curved bills and mottled brown-and-buff plumage. The image captures them in mid-stride, suggesting active foraging behavior.
    Two black-and-white birds with yellow bills are perched on a large, pale-barked tree branch. The birds display distinctive black, white, and iridescent blue-green plumage consistent with Yellow-billed Magpies (Pica nuttalli). One bird appears to be vocalizing with its beak open, while the other is perched quietly beside it.

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