Sunday, November 16, 2025

Fall Colors

A few photos from a damp cloudy day. I didn't take my big telephoto because I wasn't expecting any wildlife. But we actually saw a few things. A kingfisher. Five river otters. A bald eagle that swooped low above our heads and then proceeded to dive bomb the otters. They disappeared underwater when it got close, but otherwise didn't seem too concerned about it. I suspect the bald eagle was more interested in the fish they were catching than in tangling with a fierce otter. We also saw (and heard) Ruby Crowned Kinglets - cute little birds.

fall colors

According to the forecast there was 0% chance of rain but that didn't stop the mist and drizzle from soaking everything. (Including me when I was out for my long run.)

raindrops on pine needles

raindrops on leaves

I always like the colors and patterns of the fallen leaves.

fallen leaves

fallen leaves

These fallen floating pine needles made interesting patterns.

floating pine needles

Beautyberry are such an outrageous color.

Beautyberry

I even found some reflections.

fall colors

Anyone know what kind of fungus this is? iNaturalist struggles with identifying this kind of thing.

fungus