CaptBLI
Stories by CaptBLI
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Dawn Chorus – Warbler wealthy in just two days
Black and White Warbler I carved out 6 hours of time to spend at the Coldwater River Wildlife Refuge (a birding “hotspot” ) enjoyed by serious and beginner avian adventurers. I was there seeking King Rail and Sora (both reported) to pad my files. I captured audio of the Sora but missed the King Rail.…
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Nature Bucket – Typical Tuesday for mid-May in Mississippi
Old briar rabbit (Cottontail – Sylvilagus) The old gentleman in the title photo was lounging in the mottled shade of a Shagbark Hickory. Mid day temps reached 80+ fahrenheit, but the slight breeze and low humidity felt heavenly (unlike the oppressive weather described in Southern Literature). A word that fits my mood this time of…
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Nature Bucket – Climate Change effects on bird migration April to May 2026
male Rose-breasted Grosbeak This year is the first time I’ve had a couple of Grosbeak breed and raise young in my yard. The male, female and now fledglings are feeding on the sunflower seeds I scatter in my driveway. I’ll show the mom and son that are giving me lots of pleasurable afternoons. female Rose-breasted…
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Nature Bucket – Spring visitors to Sardis Lake Wildlife Refuge, Mississippi
The Nature Bucket is a shared refuge. We amicably discuss animals, weather, climate, soil, plants, waters and note life’s patterns. We invite you to note what you are seeing around you in your own part of the world, and to share your observations in the comments below. Each note is a record that we can…
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Dawn Chorus – Finding Flycatchers
Acadian Flycatcher – Empidonax virescens I read that Flycatchers are the hardest species to identify in the field. I recently discovered the field guides compiled by Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch that helped change my opinion. Their approach (Holistic observation) works best for these frustrating “little brown birds”. The minute items that clarify a specific…
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Dawn Chorus – Photo and video heavy diary
Red-headed Woodpecker couple inspecting the Palace Here I am with my first installment on the new Daily Kos platform. I don’t have many new things that I don’t see each Spring. But, I had not filmed many of these items or events before. Here are my odds and ends for early in 2026. 32 second…
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Nature Bucket – Dragonflies in Mississippi
I observed a new (to me) species of dragonfly during a visit to the University of Mississippi Field Research Station & Center for Water and Wetland Resources.
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Dawn Chorus – Use it or Lose it edition #2 – Mississippi wildlife in March 2026
Administration Note: This article was a draft to be used when no other was available. The upcoming change to Daily Kos prompts us to submit it to publication or…
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The Nature Bucket – Dragonflies in April
Observing insects “in the wild” is easy. Recording audio of wild insects is easy. Photography of wild insects is much more difficult and a challenge that I…
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The Nature Bucket – Delightfully shiny first day of Spring
The dawn temps were a pleasant mid 60’s. The Sun rose in the cloudless sky and yet the air wrapped me in a comfortable mid 70’s embrace.
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Dawn Chorus – Mississippi Delta visitors
I enjoy visiting the Phillip Brothers Catfish Farm in Yazoo County, Mississippi. There are always interesting creatures lurking or passing through.
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The Nature Bucket – Coldwater River National Wildlife Refuge, Crowder, Mississippi
It takes me 45 minutes to drive to Crowder from my home in Oxford Mississippi. I like to head west before the sun begins to clear the trees so the bright rays…
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Daily Bucket – Grenada, MS. Bald Eagles (post ice storm FERN)
It took 30 days since the beginning of ice storm Fern for me to find time to physically check on the Bald Eagles at the water treatment plant in Grenada…
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Daily Bucket- Graham Lake Marsh Project (post ice storm FERN)
I figured correctly that I would have to cut (chainsaw and machete) my way from the parking area to the refuge area after ice storm Fern passed.
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Daily Bucket – Old man shakes fist at sky and jeers
I took the title photo two days ago. I was walking to check on elderly neighbors and had the camera with me. It was too cold to get many shots and walking took…
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Dawn Chorus – First of year sightings
In the short period I have been a birder, I have noticed qualities that define the hobby of bird observation. I will examine those comparisons after the page…
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Back Yard Bird Race – December sightings and 2025 totals
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. I extend a hearty welcome and good fortune to you for the new year of 2026. Now, let’s review our findings for…
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Daily Bucket – New Year numbers in Mississippi
I was told there were geese migrating through the Mississippi delta and I should look for any new species that I might need for my files. I took that advice and…
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Daily Bucket – Christmas Eve gifts
Wildlife in Mississippi is a constant gift. I decided to give my inner child an early morning surprise by visiting the Wildlife Refuge at Sardis Lake.
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Backyard Bird Race – November collections
I find a duel measure of accomplishment and failure when it comes to birding. I am ecstatic when I locate a new bird or rediscover an errant species I missed…
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Daily Bucket – Bald Eagle duck hunting technique
Explore Bald Eagle nesting and hunting behaviors with firsthand video and photos—share your own wildlife encounters today!
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artificial intelligence has Hallucinations ?
Follow a personal journey to challenge AI with puns, avatars, and irony. Check out the unexpected results and watch exclusive videos!
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Dawn Chorus – Lunch time at Sardis Lake, Mississippi
Discover rare birds and late-season dragonflies at Sardis Lake—join the birding conversation and share your sightings today!
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Back Yard Bird Race – A Daily Bucket special
Explore birding tips, record your lifers, and discuss rare finds in the Backyard Bird Race—add your observations and be part of the community!
