Exploring Wild California

From the deep wilds of California's parks to the glimpse of a bluebird over a backyard fence, from the geologic bones of the mountains to the tiny spring wildflower in an empty lot -- California's natural worlds are everywhere, and endlessly fascinating.

Saturday, May 31, 2014

Male Oriole in an oak tree


These stunning orange orioles come to visit every year in the spring, and set up their nests around lakes and ponds to raise their young. They weave intricate hanging nests - using lichen and moss if they must, but they far prefer fishing line and bits of old tarps!

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