Author Archives: Jeanne Jackson

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Jon Shiu noticed this young Peregrine Falcon hunting to our north. The peregrine nabbed a Gull for its dinner as many people observed the action.

Here’s what National Geographic says about these birds: “These falcons are formidable hunters that prey on other birds (and bats) in mid-flight. Peregrines hunt from above and, after sighting their prey, drop into a steep, swift dive that can top 200 miles an hour.”

Rick and I, along with Mel Smith, once watched a Peregrine dive at unbelievable speed after a Common Murre at the mouth of the Gualala River.

Thanks to Jon for allowing me to share his photos with you here.

Another beautiful sunny day on the beautiful Mendonoma Coast.

 

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This cute, little chipmunk, a Yellow-faced Chipmunk, peeked out of a ceramic birdhouse, a charming sight and photographed by Ruth Downes. Hope it brings a smile to your face!

It’s a clear, sunny day on the Mendonoma Coast!

 

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People, including me, were oohing and aahing over the beautiful sunrise on November 6th. Paul Brewer photographed the sky awash in colors and the Pacific Ocean tinted lavender.

Sunrises like this are gifts for getting up early!

Thanks to Paul for allowing me to share his photo with you here. To see much more of Paul's nature photography, here is the link to his website: http://www.capturingnatureswonders.com/

Lots of clouds are streaming by but the day is mild with no wind. It's a good day to be outside!

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David Presotto watched this Bobcat hunting unsuccessfully for a Gopher. First comes the leap.

And then the Bobcat pounces in the Gopher hole...but to no avail.

The Bobcat looks longingly at the Gopher hole, perhaps saying, "Anybody home?"

Bobcats were thought to be nocturnal, but they are often seen in the daylight hours here on the Mendonoma Coast. Fun Fact: The markings of each Bobcat are unique, just as our fingerprints are unique.

Thanks to David for allowing me to share his photos with you here.

We are having another spectacular, sunny, warm day. It's great that we can enjoy this break because we've had so much early rain.

 

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The Pacific Ocean sure is loud today. I went to Gualala Point Regional Park to check out the wave action and I wasn't disappointed. Suzi Chapler recently photographed big waves seen off the park.

Suzi also took a fun photo of a Gull coming in for a landing at the Vue Restaurant in Gualala

Thanks to Suzi for allowing me to share her photos with you here.

The weather is calm today after all the rain. It's cool with passing clouds, a lovely autumn day. We have received 20.4 inches of rain season to date, which is amazing. Last year we had about the same amount for the entire so-called wet season. Hopefully the rains come regularly this year. But for now, the ground is saturated, rivers are full and seasonal creeks are bubbling merrily to the sea.