The California quail, state bird of its namesake, is really quite beautiful with its varied plumage patterns. During much of the year it ca...

It's been far too long since I've posted a shot of a shorebird, and I'm glad to fix that with this American avocet at the Radio ...

Two takes on this peaceful sea lion at the Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey. I like the late light reflecting in the water on the first on...

A typical summer sunset at Kehoe Beach in Point Reyes National Seahsore -- with the marine layer of fog already in place. View more photos ...

A group of California sea lions in a relatively quiet moment as they settle in for the evening at Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey, CA.