The World Through Our Lens
The American yellow warbler is a New World warbler species. Sensu lato, they make up the most widespread species in the diverse Setophaga genus, breeding in almost the whole of North America and down to northern South America.
The trees at Second Marsh Wildlife Area were bubbling with melodious birdsong when Bob and I visited there one spring, and when we caught a flicker of yellow in the top of a brightly lit tree, our eyes honed in on a Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia). The little male has the trademark chestnut streaking that help make these birds recognizable, and it pleased us that the warbler was singing his song. Read more
Hello. As you see through our posts, we have been lucky enough to have traveled to several parts of the world. Through different adventures, we have experienced the cultures, landscapes, and wildlife of different nations. By reading our blog posts, we hope you will find joy in the flora and fauna, scenery, and beauty of the world around you. Even in your own backyards and in your own neighborhoods, there is much to admire, and that will instill fascination and delight. We hope you enjoy our photos and stories. Please send us a note. Bob and Jean