Raptor Wednesday

A bolt of lightning absolutely exploded the top off this American Kestrel perch in Green-Wood Cemetery last month. Here’s a remembrance of perches past:

(The lightning rod seems fine, if off-kilter, now.)

And a special guest star appearance by a Red-tailed Hawk:

News: I’m doing another Green-Wood Cemetery members-only insect walk on Sunday, if you’re a member or planning on joining soon. The new meadow is abloom, which means pollinators and their hunters; the Cicada-Killer Wasps are thick in spots; it’s peak dragonfly season; and it will NOT be boiling hot. Other upcoming events.