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Title: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 30, 03, 07:35:26 PM

The new Hi Resolution Camera and Infrared Illuminator are located on a Private Forest location and monitored with motion sensing software. Any movement in front of the camera automatically records to hard disk - day or night.

The following movie demonstrates the use of the new NatureCam with Infrared capabilities.

Use the link below to download a 800k zip file.
(Within the zip file you'll find an AVI file staring Mr. Coyote.)

Look at the end of the movie when Mr. Coyote squats and marks his spot before leaving. (it's quick)

http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/coyote7_30_03a.zip (ftp://http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/coyote7_30_03a.zip)

Here's a few stills captured in the past few days.



Coyote at night

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/coyote7_30_03a.jpg)

Raven

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/raven1.jpg)

Raccoon

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/raccoon1.jpg)

Coyote

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/coyote2.jpg)

Cat

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/cat1.jpg)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: StewABunny on Jul 31, 03, 07:30:48 AM

Is that water in the pipe?  Looks like mankind had a hand in making it.  Thought the idea was to watch nature in it's natural setting?  No wonder the coyotes are coming in to town night and, now, day!  What's next you gonna start feeding them prime rib?!  Didn't anyone every tell you your NOT supposed to feed the animals.  That goes for water too.  Foolish foolish people.   >:(

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Mountain_Witch on Jul 31, 03, 09:59:56 AM

I have bird baths on my property for birds as I'm an avid bird watcher....one of my bird baths sit low to the ground for the quail to water from, along with any other critter that wants a drink.
Having water out is not interfering with nature...if that was the case then what about all the people that have swimming pools, spas, bird baths, ponds and fountains? Are they supposed to drain them? And what about all the studies Fish and Game do on wildlife were they chum with road kill and set up water stations? Are they just supposed to stop what they are doing even though it's for the benefit and preservation of the wildlife? As for coyotes coming into town night and day...they have been doing so here in Wrightwood since before man intruded into their space. People leaving garbage out is the number one attraction for coyotes living around human dwellings. Then you have people who insist on having outdoor cats, isn't that actually supplying a food source for them also as cats are not a native inhabitant nor naturally occurring food source either. Not to mention cats are not a native predator to the Americas. Then the fact that man has helped dry up all the streams and creeks around Wrightwood I think it only fair that man give back what they have taken from this mountain. With all this said, Coyotes are a way of life when you live in an area surrounded by natural National Forest lands and if people can't deal with that then maybe they weren't cut out to live in such a place that is truly blessed to have such a diversity of Wildlife.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: RobertW on Jul 31, 03, 10:22:34 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 31, 03, 10:46:59 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Nolena on Jul 31, 03, 01:18:21 PM

Nice pictures & video.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: StewABunny on Jul 31, 03, 02:07:31 PM

You folks killed the last Bear that came into town.  Then stuffed him and put him on display in the Grassy Hollow visitors center.  There has been a controlled wolf hunt in Montana because the animals have started to kill cattle.  If you draw them in whether with garbage, water or cats you run the risk of them having to be put down when they are labeled "a threat to society".  Whole wolf packs are being killed.  They put radio collars on one member of the pack and track their movements.  When, not if, they come into populated areas and start killing for food they are tracked by the "Judas" wolfs' collar and methodically shot.  One by one, night after night, because they know that there is food and water readily available on the ranches and around rural homes so they keep coming even after member after member is shot.  If you truely want to save wild life you would keep your property free of food and water sources.  You would throw rocks, bang pans, anything to chase them away from populated areas.  If you want to see animals in their own habitat get off the couch and hike up into the woods, camping in their territory for a few days.  I've shared the trail with bears, red foxes, whitetail and mule deer, snakes, spiders you name it I've shared the path with them.  My point is if you give them the impression that they are safe around people your doing them a disservice.  I've had them run out in front of my truck before and only just missed the first one.  Many people still feel the only good coyote is a dead one.  Up north some feel the same way about wolves and the wolves are the ones suffering for it.  Coyotes need to fear man because man is their worst preditor.  Society as a whole could care diddly about them.  Best they fear us and run when they see us then have them rounded up and shot when they cross societies line.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Pine_Nut on Jul 31, 03, 04:52:43 PM

Well the way I see it...the best way to keep wild life wild and safe from humans would be to fence off all National Forests and Wilderness areas with 20ft high fences all around them, no gates and no roads and ban people from ever setting foot in thier world.
I like that idea though...instead of leading them to us with food and water...lets just go invade and tread all over their home all the time and let them get used to being around humans that way.

Man is the biggest living virus upon the face of this planet.
The only way to ensure the survival of all species of animals on this planet......is for us to quit breeding.

The end

Oh...nice forum by the way. Not bad for a small place like Wrightwood.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: RobertW on Jul 31, 03, 06:11:51 PM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: RobertW on Jul 31, 03, 06:15:10 PM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Al on Aug 01, 03, 04:55:25 AM

Great photos Wrightwood!

It's nice to hear people are finally trying to help wildlife in Wrightwood. Too many people seem to forget that we have invaded their homes.

Twin lakes is a natural sag pond that animals relied on before man/woman ever set foot in Wrightwood. Now it's fenced and unavailable for critters to have access.

How about the flood control channel that has diverted the natural water runoff in the area below Heath Canyon wash. Wasn't that man made? So why can't man/women help restore some water to the area for wildlife?

They don't sound like bear killers to me. Sounds like people trying to help wildlife for a change.

I say keep the domestic animals like dogs and cats fenced or in your house and away from coyotes, bobcats and other natural predators.

One more thing. I suppose we should start banning and outlawing all sales of bird baths, wild bird seed, hummingbird feeders, squirrel feeders, spas, wading pools and fountains.

Wildlife, drinking water, is not a crime nor is providing it!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: StewABunny on Aug 01, 03, 06:44:01 AM

RobertW,

Sorry if I in any way offended you but the volunteers at the Grassy Hollow visitors center said that the "town folk" decided to put the bear down.  I wasn't here then so don't have first hand knowledge of what happened, obviously was misinformed.  Please accept my sincere apology.  :-[

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Al on Aug 01, 03, 06:55:29 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: rmekemson on Aug 01, 03, 10:56:28 AM

Golly!  There seems to be just a little bit of miscommunication here.  Poor old Vincent up at Grassy Hollow was not a "village bear" and as such the folks here in the village did not nor could not ask to have him destroyed.

Old Vincent lived down in the Big Rock area and became quite adept at breaking into cabins and automobiles.  In other words, he became reliant on people and their food and became a problem bear with potential harm to the campers in the area.  If you read my thread about the other potential problem bear in the Little Jimmy area you will see the causal/effect relationships between mans' stupidity and the price the animals pay.

I agree that we must be mindful of allowing the animals to live their lives as unemcumbered as much as possible with the problems that man brings with him.  But we must also be mindful that the people of the village do not have the power to destroy animals.  The decision to relocate or destroy an animals rests solely on the shoulders of the wildlife experts and professionals.

I appreciate, applaud and agree with your passion for the animals of the San Gabriels.  However "passion" can become emotionally overpowering.  I know from personal experience.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: RobertW on Aug 01, 03, 04:30:00 PM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: StewABunny on Aug 07, 03, 01:10:44 PM

Thanks RobertW!  And keep up the great work with the Big Horn Sheep.  Hope to see more of them.  Baa Baa  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on May 23, 04, 06:44:35 PM

It's been an active night at the guzzler.

So far a different coyote than normal showed up then a fox that has been making regular visits during the past few weeks.

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/coyote.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/fox.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on May 24, 04, 04:35:31 AM

Here's a better picture of the fox taken earlier this month at the guzzler.

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/fox5_6_04.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Nolena on May 24, 04, 07:44:50 AM

Ooooh! Infrared! That's great!   :)

(Guess I'll have to curtail those late night parties at the guzzler now.)  :'(

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: TableMtn on May 24, 04, 02:49:38 PM

Well, Ms. Nolena--just what all WERE you guzzlin' at that guzzler at those late night parties ???  ;)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on May 25, 04, 05:08:49 PM

Any plans for a critter cam where you actually mount a camera on an animal? There was a biologist on Leno tonight who does the Critter Cam for National Geographic. He had some incredible footage from whales, penguins and seals.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Nolena on May 26, 04, 09:36:26 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on May 27, 04, 04:04:31 AM

I'm game Nolena, if you take him to the guzzler for a few drinks first.   ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 01, 04, 02:51:39 AM

This hawk has become a regular visitor to the guzzler during the past few weeks.

The photo was taken late yesterday afternoon. It appears to be a sharp shinned hawk.

Further information:
http://www.mbr-pwrc.usgs.gov/id/framlst/i3320id.html

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/birds/images/sharpshinnedhawk.jpg)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 01, 04, 03:02:27 AM

NatureCam - Guzzler photos of the same hawk:

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/birds/images/sharpshinned1.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/birds/images/sharpshinned2.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 01, 04, 03:17:49 AM

Some other recent visitors:

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/coyote1.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/coyote2.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 01, 04, 04:19:43 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: TableMtn on Sep 01, 04, 06:32:06 AM

Could it also be a Cooper's Hawk?  Can't see the bottom of the tail (Coopers has a wide white stripe compared to a sharp shinned).  Neat Pics!!!!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 01, 04, 06:44:18 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: TableMtn on Sep 01, 04, 12:57:11 PM

Yep, plus in my experience, Coopers have a more reddish breast than the sharp shinned (that is what made me think Coopers) and Coopers are a little bigger than SS Hawks.  Hard to say from a pic....  And there is so much genetic variation within species that you can get into some interesting "discussions"  It has been MANY years since I was an avid birder.  Used to be able to distinquish female sparrows from each other.  Boy was THAT a few brain cells ago.....   :P

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 04, 04, 07:02:48 AM

In the guzzler taking a morning bath

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/hawk9_4_04a.JPG)

Air dry after the bath

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/hawk9_4_04b.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 08, 04, 04:05:43 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: naturalist on Sep 08, 04, 08:24:49 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 09, 04, 04:29:42 AM

The consensus is definitely leaning towards the Cooper's but I'm still not 100% convinced.

I did some measuring so we would have a better idea on size. It appears the length from the tip of beak to tip of tail is approximately 12in. (It should be noted that the head is turned and would probably increase the length if the photo was a true side shot)

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/HawkSize3a.JPG)

Here's an excellent link about this same discussion:

http://www.sdnhm.org/research/birdatlas/focus/coopershawk.html

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 10, 04, 08:54:22 AM

I'm now convinced that it is an adult Cooper's Hawk.

I contacted an expert in the field and here's what he had to say:

Your bird looks like an adult Cooper's Hawk to me.  Without something of known size in the picture it is hard to assess the bird's size, but it looks big.  It looks like it is just completing its annual molt, as expected at this time of year, with the central tail feathers not yet finished growing. (in the Cooper's Hawks adults always have yellow eyes)

Philip Unitt
Collection Manager
Department of Birds and Mammals
San Diego Natural History Museum

I'd like to thank Philip for his help....

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 11, 04, 10:11:38 PM

I mounted one of Mountain Hardware's Wildlife Measuring Sticks next to the guzzler and the Cooper's Hawk decided to stop back by for another morning bath.

By adjusting camera settings I was able to capture some of the quick movements the hawk makes when moving in and out of the guzzler.

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/Coopers9_11_04a.JPG)

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/Coopers9_11_04b.JPG)


(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/Coopers9_11_04c.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Nolena on Sep 12, 04, 02:48:35 AM

Pretty cool!
Gee, I didn't know they MADE wildlife measuring sticks!  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: TableMtn on Sep 12, 04, 07:57:45 AM

Hey, you can count on Mike at Mtn. Hardware to have all kinds of special gadgets  ;)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 18, 04, 07:19:08 AM

Three seems to be a crowd at the guzzler  ;D

2 recent raccoon visitors bathed in the guzzler and used every square inch of water. When 3 showed up there was a waiting line.

The coyotes haven't decided to take up bathing yet so 3 of them seem to fit.

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/2coons1.JPG)

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/2coons2.JPG)

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/3coons.JPG)

(http://www.incidentcontrol.com/nature/3coyotes.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jan 03, 05, 11:32:33 AM

Rain, sleet or snow the coyotes find the guzzler.

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/coyotesnow1.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/coyotesnow2.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/coyotesnow3.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: KWBoy on Mar 21, 05, 12:29:32 PM

I was watching the nature cam and i saw something go by... (http://upl.silentwhisper.net/uplfolders/upload5/naturecamwhats.bmp)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Mar 21, 05, 02:13:15 PM

It was probably a ground squirrel sitting on top of the salt block near the guzzler. Ground and gray squirrels are at the guzzler all day long.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jan 21, 07, 01:41:52 AM

While working on the weather station tonight I noticed a new visitor at the guzzler camera. (3 meg file)

http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/Fox1_21_07.wmv

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ForestGal on Jan 21, 07, 02:56:10 AM

Wow, I didn't know we had foxes up here!  Last one I saw was at Devil's Punch Bowl, a few years ago....
Thanx for sharing this!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: KWBoy on Jan 21, 07, 04:24:54 AM

Didn't know there were foxes out here... I see Todd where is Copper at?  ::)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wildman on Jan 21, 07, 06:55:52 AM

Wonderful images.  Now if the Ring Tailed Cat would just make another appearance....

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jan 21, 07, 10:15:50 AM

Oh... I wish I could get a quality digital image of the ring tail cat.

Quote from: Wildman on Jan 21, 07, 06:55:52 AM

Wonderful images.  Now if the Ring Tailed Cat would just make another appearance....

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jan 30, 07, 06:58:17 PM

The fox has been making regular visits to the guzzler for the past couple of weeks. I've installed a trail camera to hopefully capture some digital color images to better identify the fox. Early this morning we had another visit.

Why is he/she climbing the scrub oak tree?
The fox has discovered the homemade suet the neighbors spread on the tree for the birds. (nature project for their daughters)

When the ringtail cat was fist discovered on the back deck a few years ago it was munching on a suet feeder and drinking from a guzzler.


(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/Fox1_30_07a.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/Fox1_30_07b.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/nature/Fox1_30_07c.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ForestGal on Jan 30, 07, 07:14:49 PM

I didn't know foxes could climb trees!  How do you keep the guzzler from freezing?  Is it constantly flowing?

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jan 30, 07, 07:29:56 PM

The guzzler has two small fountain pumps that keep the water moving plus I've installed a small bird bath heater that helps.

I was really surprised that during the coldest nights one of the two pumps continued to circulate water.

Right now there's a coyote at the guzzler

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: storm on Jan 31, 07, 09:43:38 PM

is that oak really a scrub oak?  i'm no expert; i'd only heard of our black oaks and canyon live oaks--i'll look up scrub oak and be more observant in our "back 40" here...

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jan 31, 07, 10:02:17 PM

It seems that there are mixed feelings on some of these oaks and I guess it's time to investigate a little further.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Janie on Feb 01, 07, 12:22:05 PM

Quote from: Wrightwood on Jan 31, 07, 10:02:17 PM

It seems that there are mixed feelings on some of these oaks and I guess it's time to investigate a little further.

You have five species of native oaks in the Wrightwood area.

First, a definition of what a tree is: a tree has a single, woody trunk at six feet. Of course, you may find young or damaged ones that don't fit this description.

So, two species of the five species are trees, black oak (Quercus kelloggii) and canyon live oak (Quercus chrysolepis).

Black oak is easy to identify. It has lobed leaves that fall off after turning golden along about November. The new leaves are a very pretty pink in  the spring. A good spot to see them is around the Big Pines USFS Station. See the leaves here: http://www.iastate.edu/~bot356/species/aaImages/QuerKell.jpeg

Canyon live oak has evergreen leaves that are dark green on top and whitish or golden on the undersurface. This is the only "tree" oak with distinctly two-colored leaves. Those with with golden fuzz are seen here: http://biology.csusb.edu/PlantGuideFolder/QuercusChrys/QuercusChrysFuzz.jpg and with silver gray fuzz here: http://www.calflora.net/trees/images/canyonliveoak6.jpg.
Usually the margins of the leaves are smooth. However, if the tree has been burned or otherwise damaged, the new growth is very prickly and shrubby. A lot of it is on the left [south] side Hwy 2 just after Big Pines Hwy on your way to Grassy Hollow.

The shrubby or scrub oaks usually have several skinny, woody trunks growing from the base. All are evergreen or mostly so. The three species are interior live oak (Quercus wislizenii var. frutescens), Tucker's oak (Quercus john-tuckeri) and San Gabriel Mountains leather oak (Quercus durata var. gabrielensis). I say "usually" because the trees in Wrightwood's picture look like they may be scrub oaks where the lower branches have been browsed off. I would need to see the upper and lower sides of a leaf. Dead ones will do.

Interior live oak has shiny green, smooth-edged leaves pretty much the same color on both sides. Often you can see a few yellow leaves on the plant as well. See the single colored leaves here:
http://www.calflora.net/trees/images/interiorliveoak6.jpg. Some examples are on the divide between Lone Pine and Swartout Canyons, Lytle Creek and Cajon Pass.

Leather oak and Tucker's oak are more difficult and probably are better told apart by location than anything else. Tucker's oak grows on the north-facing desert slopes while leather oak grows on granitic, south-facing coastal slopes. The best place to see leather oak is the first big turnout on the right side of Lone Pine just after you make the left off of Hwy 138 and start up the hill. (This is, by the way, an unusual location for them.) Leather oak leaves have golden hairs on the underside of the leaves and toothed margins that are slightly inrolled as shown here: http://www.natureathand.com/Gallery/Quercus_durata_1868.jpg

Tucker's oak has a distinct gray look overall and is partially deciduous. The leaves are flat with irregularly-spaced spines and a grayish-green color. You can see these trees on the north side of Hwy 2 east of Desert Front Road and west of Hwy 138. They are next to the road on a rise. No images.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Feb 01, 07, 12:52:45 PM

Janie I had no idea we had five different oaks in the area.

I'm sure with your descriptions we should be able to identify the oak the fox has been climbing.

Thanks for the information :thumbs: :thumbs:

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on Feb 02, 07, 11:29:45 AM

Guzzler II cam is down.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: K9luvr on Feb 02, 07, 06:44:07 PM

Quote from: Wrightwood on Feb 01, 07, 12:52:45 PM

Janie I had no idea we had five different oaks in the area.

I'm sure with your descriptions we should be able to identify the oak the fox has been climbing.

Thanks for the information :thumbs: :thumbs:

And to make things even more interesting, oaks are very "plastic" meaning they aren't picky about pollenating between species.  I've seen trees in the Liebre/Sawmill area on the west end of the district that have half black oak (w/spines) leaves and half white oak (no spines) leaves on the same tree.  Oh those naughty oaks!  :D ;)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Feb 02, 07, 08:21:59 PM

Quote from: BostonBob on Feb 02, 07, 11:29:45 AM

Guzzler II cam is down.

Sorry about that as I just saw this.
While installing the power usage device I messed up the camera upload settings.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: storm on Feb 03, 07, 04:14:16 PM

thank you janie!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on Feb 09, 07, 05:34:16 PM

Quote from: BostonBob on Feb 02, 07, 11:29:45 AM

Guzzler II cam is down.

On the fritz again.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: KWBoy on Feb 09, 07, 05:55:33 PM

Quote from: BostonBob on Feb 09, 07, 05:34:16 PM

Quote from: BostonBob on Feb 02, 07, 11:29:45 AM

Guzzler II cam is down.

On the fritz again.

Thats just multi color snow  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Feb 09, 07, 06:30:29 PM

I was working on the system and it's back up now.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on Feb 25, 07, 08:08:18 PM

As Funky would say, "we are getting multi colored snow pictures". ;)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Feb 25, 07, 08:21:19 PM

Reset...

Thanks BB

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on May 29, 07, 12:26:46 PM

The NatureCam is down as well as Hwy 2 LiveCam.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on May 29, 07, 12:46:52 PM

NatureCam is now working.
Computer rebooted and i didn't know it.

Working on the Hwy2 cam right now.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Hillbillies on May 29, 07, 01:13:18 PM

BB sure knows how to crack that whip!   ;)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on May 29, 07, 04:08:07 PM

The Hwy 2 cam is back working  8)
The Travel Agency made some network changes and were unaware they switched our DSL settings.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on May 30, 07, 06:46:22 AM

The Hwy 2 cam is working down due to more network changes at the location.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Mar 15, 08, 01:49:23 PM

Here's a few guzzler camera images from the past couple of months

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler101.JPG)

Checking snow depth for snow pool
(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler103.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler104.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler105.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler106.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler107.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler108.JPG)

First Bobcat spotted at guzzler

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler109.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler110.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Guzzler111.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wildman on Mar 15, 08, 02:08:09 PM

How cool!  Show the pictures you had of the Ring Tail Cat that visited a while back.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ForestGal on Mar 15, 08, 03:01:27 PM

Very cool indeed!  I've never seen a bobcat up here.  Thanks for sharing.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Nolena on Mar 15, 08, 04:02:31 PM

Nice stuff!  :2thumbsup:

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: crew of 9 on Mar 17, 08, 09:53:37 AM

wow- neat!!! I'll be showing my kids this  :)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: SNOW on Mar 17, 08, 11:25:46 AM

Great pictures.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 01, 08, 12:59:31 PM

I couldn't figure out why the neighbors trash can was dumped with trash all over the street this morning - Then I checked last nights Guzzler photos  :D

I haven't had an opportunity to find out if the bear proof can had been latched.

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Bear6.30.08a.jpg)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Bear6.30.08b.jpg)

(Note: looks like the trail camera used in the last photo does not have an accurate time setting)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Jack on Jul 01, 08, 01:20:06 PM

After that he came and snacked on some rib bones in my trash. Put a good size scrape in the side of the can getting it turned over, it was too full to latch. I heard a loud bang around 11:30pm. I could see the can moving around by the street, but could not see the bear. I went around and picked up the leftovers this morning.  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 01, 08, 01:21:15 PM

Was that in a bear proof can?

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Jack on Jul 01, 08, 01:24:01 PM

Yes.... but the can was too full to latch. ::)
The trash truck must have picked up most of it this morning. I only found a little trash this morning. 

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Kristaldawn on Jul 01, 08, 01:28:55 PM

That is so cool!  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Jack on Jul 01, 08, 02:32:24 PM

Quote from: Jack on Jul 01, 08, 01:24:01 PM

Yes.... but the can was too full to latch. ::)

Maybe the bear was telling me to recycle more.  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Goldie on Jul 01, 08, 04:18:02 PM

You know Jack, you might want to check your neighbors yards and backyards for leftovers.  Last year I watched a bear get into our dumpster and he took a bag of trash across the street, between houses and inspected everything in our neighbors back yard.  He kept coming back and to get another bag, and each time I told him not too but he wouldn't listen! 

(Mind you I am on the 2nd floor balcony telling him this ;D)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: artology on Jul 01, 08, 04:20:56 PM

Wow! That's a big bear! Better keep a pair of britches handy next to your camera.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on May 14, 09, 12:59:32 PM

The bears are active


(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Bear.5.11.09.a.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Bear.5.11.09.b.JPG)

In color:

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Bear.5.11.09.c.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: pinetrees on Jun 15, 09, 08:28:37 AM

Thanks for the great wildlife photography! 

As for the person posting under "stewabunny" I don't know what that username signifies, but for some reason, I cringe every time I see that - why would anyone want to stew a sweet little bunny rabbit? 

I love all of the beautiful animals in our forest and want only a natural, happy life for them!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jun 19, 11, 11:49:23 AM

The guzzler was replaced with a small pond and continues to attract a variety of wildlife.

These photos were captured last month - first time ever for deer at the guzzler  :thumbs:

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/GuzzlerDeer1.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 27, 12, 08:15:15 AM

The bear has been back at the guzzler at least three times in the past few days.


(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/Bear7.25.12.a.JPG)


These photos were posted in Pet or wildlife Photos area the other day:


(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/MD_7.25.12.Bear1.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/MD_7.25.12.Bear2.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/MD_7.25.12.Bear3.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Mrs. Hillbilly on Jul 27, 12, 08:32:20 AM

Nice remodel on the guzzler! 

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: granny on Jul 27, 12, 10:54:26 AM

what/where is the "guzzler"?

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 27, 12, 11:26:38 AM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: SkierBob on Jul 27, 12, 12:14:06 PM

I'll trade you a couple deer for the bear  :P

nice guzzler!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 04, 12, 01:11:41 PM

These photos were posted in Pet or wildlife Photos area


(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/BearBath8.4.12a.jpg)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/BearBath8.4.12b.jpg)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/BearBath8.4.12c.jpg)

Title: Splish Splash Bear Taking Bath
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 07, 12, 10:07:21 AM

http://www.youtube.com/v/c2esWhryG48?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="640" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 07, 12, 10:26:59 AM

This message was sent to me by a person who is currently working on spotted owl surveys in the Angeles National Forest:

These videos are very important as it documents wildlife including threatened species (spotted owl) using guzzlers in the wildland urban interface of southern California.  We are in a drought cycle this season and the wildlife depends on natural and man made water sources for survival.  I have noticed that many of the natural water sources are drying up and not available.

http://youtu.be/NB4Sc_CZl10

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: WWMtnGal on Aug 07, 12, 04:33:50 PM

That is so cool!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: YoMama on Aug 07, 12, 07:05:49 PM

Very cool mate , now where are the salmon!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Nolena on Aug 08, 12, 10:39:36 AM

To heck with the salmon.
Where are the jets?  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: SkierBob on Aug 08, 12, 02:53:42 PM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 20, 12, 02:34:36 PM

Another busy night/day at the guzzler.....

From previous photos and discussions the hawk appears to be a Cooper's Hawk.
Here's more on that discussion: http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/forum/index.php/topic,498.msg18895.html#msg18895

http://www.youtube.com/v/x1ax2G8OfPM?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="640" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Aug 20, 12, 03:22:16 PM

Interesting to see the Bobcat's ears constantly searching for noises, and the hawk seems very comfortable in water.  I didn't realize they fish.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 21, 12, 05:27:53 PM

The Cooper's Hawk has been making daily visits to the guzzler. Hopefully it's not getting old seeing similar videos but had to try out the new trail cam's daytime quality. (The video quality has been reduced for YouTube so it would load quicker.)


http://www.youtube.com/v/gAx9e_J99mM?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="640" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Aug 21, 12, 10:56:48 PM

Quote from: Wrightwood on Aug 21, 12, 05:27:53 PM

Hopefully it's not getting old seeing similar videos

Definitely not getting old.

Viewing the video on youtube shows that the video came out vertically compressed, it also should not have bars at the top.  Depending on the editing software you are using, make sure the project format you are starting your editing with matches the format of the video (a 16:9 canvas for 16:9 video from your camera).  Also, it's no longer necessary to shrink videos uploaded to youtube for *the viewer*.  Youtube now detects the viewers download speed and adjusts the bitrate/video quality accordingly....though imbedding the video may not allow this, not sure.  Of course, uploading it will go faster if that's your issue.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on Aug 22, 12, 10:02:01 AM

I agree, definitely NOT getting old.
It sure appears that the wildlife prefer the new guzzler design over the old one.

I think I will name the hawk Chuck as they both like to drink their own bath water.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: superMom on Aug 22, 12, 10:03:16 PM

So we have Spotted Owls in Angeles National Forest?  Wasn't aware of that.  My son surveys them in Northern California each summer, and has made them the focus of his Wildlife Biology degree.  Will have to let him know this info! 

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 23, 12, 08:55:33 AM

Here's the first night video from the new trail cameras of a young coyote at the guzzler.


http://www.youtube.com/v/sz_kuGbpWTU?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="853" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ForestGal on Aug 23, 12, 10:52:10 AM

That was one thirsty little coyote.  Thanks for posting these clips, they are so fascinating!   :2thumbsup:

I've also greatly enjoyed watching the bear, and "Chuck" the hawk!   ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 30, 12, 10:32:36 AM

The bear made another guzzler visit at 3:18 am this morning.

http://www.youtube.com/v/OV0fHay7wck?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="640" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>>

Title: Bear
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 30, 12, 11:52:27 PM

http://www.youtube.com/v/aMDlgG55qog?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="853" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: YardBird on Aug 31, 12, 09:18:20 AM

So now he's re-arranging the furniture!   I'm loving these videos, Thanks!   :2thumbsup:

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: SkierBob on Aug 31, 12, 09:21:11 AM

Did anyone call 911  :P

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Stitches on Aug 31, 12, 09:37:18 AM

Too cute!!    I think he was either looking for the source of the water or looking for spawning salmon.     These are great.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Bradyber on Aug 31, 12, 06:53:40 PM

First season in Wrightwood. Live on Robin Ln. Watching video of the bear at the video cam. Where is the pond located. Is it near Robin Ln.? Bear activity on Robin Ln.!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Aug 31, 12, 07:21:13 PM

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Aug 31, 12, 09:42:22 PM

Quote from: Stitches on Aug 31, 12, 09:37:18 AM

Too cute!!    I think he was either looking for the source of the water or looking for spawning salmon.     These are great.

Say wha?  He dug out a rat.  You really have one-stop shopping for bears.  Interesting that he sniffed it out so easily.

Be careful cleaning that thing out.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Stitches on Sep 01, 12, 07:31:44 AM

I saw he got something but couldn't make out what it was.    Amazing!!   

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 04, 12, 09:39:10 PM

Check out how much water leaves the guzzler when the bear gets out.

http://www.youtube.com/v/XtFwjRLIe0c?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/XtFwjRLIe0c?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="640" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ChrisLynnet on Sep 05, 12, 07:25:45 AM

So cool! Glad the bear has found a local spa without invading someone's back yard to do it.  ;)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: forestlover on Sep 05, 12, 07:28:22 PM

These videos give us so much pleasure.  Thank you for taking the effort to post them.  What a delight!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Sep 05, 12, 09:11:37 PM

...needs a drink with a little umbrella in it.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ChrisLynnet on Sep 06, 12, 06:25:37 AM

Joe, I just came from reading Facebook and was seriously looking around for the "Like" button!

Title: Busy Day at the Guzzler
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 14, 12, 11:30:59 PM

http://www.youtube.com/v/nnAwotrsXZs?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/nnAwotrsXZs?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="853" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Sep 15, 12, 02:18:08 AM

So, the mourning dove and the squirrel get a stare down while the bigger banded pigeon gets the coup de grace?  Odd.

The slow motion wafting of the feathers was very poignant.  Feels like it needs some sad music to go with it  ;D

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Sep 30, 12, 11:31:33 AM

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/MD_CoyDayGuz0626.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ForestGal on Sep 30, 12, 07:59:56 PM

John, this picture of this coyote is so clear and beautiful - this was taken on your cam and not in person with your wonderful camera?  I set this pic for my computer pic for now, hope you don't mind.  (I don't know what you call it, the picture that shows when I first turn on the computer).  Good job!   :laugh:

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: SkierBob on Oct 01, 12, 11:30:41 AM

^^ good looking coyote.  And good quality pic  :P

My guzzler has been kinda slow lately.  I also dropped one of my camera's so it's out for repair. 

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Oct 01, 12, 12:01:06 PM

That particular coyote picture was taken with one of the new trail cams.

I've noticed that there are so many different lighting and shadow issues during the day it's difficult to count on good photos time after time.
If you change camera position to capture a cool shot like Bob did with his coyote pup next to the guzzler you then miss anything that's going on 3 or 4 feet to the side or at certain time of the day the sun might be right into the camera lens. It takes a lot of playing around to get the right camera position and when there's a lot of activity with squirrels and birds there's an incredible amount of wasted shots that need to be reviewed.

In general trail cameras are really designed for hunters to determine game habits, not high resolution wildlife photos. The latest trail cameras are getting much better offering 12 megapixel resolution and can take either video or stills.

Title: Another Owl visits guzzler
Post by: Wrightwood on Oct 02, 12, 05:10:42 PM

A Great Horned Owl visited the guzzler this morning at 4 am.

Here's a great page that talks about the owls Eyes and Vision: http://www.avianweb.com/spottedowls.html

Their forward-facing eyes are nearly as large as human eyes and are immobile within their circular bone sockets. For this reason, owls need flexible necks, as they have to turn the entire head to change views. They have the same number of vertebrae in their necks as most mammals and can move their heads 270 degrees in either direction (nearly all the way around!).


http://www.youtube.com/v/ktMQGpbE7Ms?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/ktMQGpbE7Ms?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="853" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Calindy on Oct 02, 12, 05:33:24 PM

So cool, I love owls!

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Oct 02, 12, 05:36:00 PM

Here's a still from this morning:

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/MD_SottedOwl.10.2.12a.JPG)

Title: Re: Another Southern Spotted Owl guzzler visit
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Oct 02, 12, 08:40:46 PM

Quote from: Wrightwood on Oct 02, 12, 05:10:42 PM

The Southern Spotted Owl made another guzzler visit this morning at 4 am.

That's hilarious!  You didn't spike the water with meth, did you?  :toothless:

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ChrisLynnet on Oct 02, 12, 09:13:58 PM

So cool! I kept thinking that he looks like a Disneyland animatronic.  :laugh:

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Oct 02, 12, 09:16:52 PM

My neck got sore watching it during editing ;)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Chesslike on Oct 02, 12, 09:54:40 PM

I thought it looked like he was watching a professional ping pong match. That was some high speed neck turning.  :P

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Oct 02, 12, 11:01:29 PM

Note: That video is in real time

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Oct 03, 12, 07:17:01 AM

If you gave it a catchy title and made that video public I bet a lot of people would enjoy watching it.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Oct 03, 12, 03:55:22 PM

After checking it turns out that the last owl visit was from a Great Horned Owl.

The great horned owl gets its name from the tufts of feathers on top of its head that look like horns. These tufts are sometimes referred to as ears, yet play no part in the owl's hearing. These animals vary in color and have large talons which usually kill prey instantly. The great horned owl is a solitary bird, and only stays with its mate during nesting season. They are very aggressive and will in fact attack their own species. Like the western screech owl, the great horned owl is an adaptable creature and can survive in various regions.

More on Great Horned Owls:
http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/birds/great-horned-owl/

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Nov 20, 12, 08:55:35 AM

This bear showed up at the guzzler on 11-11-12. Either the neighborhood bear that's been visiting for the past few months gained a huge amount of weight or this is a much bigger bear.


http://www.youtube.com/v/Mh8AFzcS5_U?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Mh8AFzcS5_U?version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="853" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Nolena on Nov 20, 12, 05:49:39 PM

Possibly pregnant, also.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Nov 27, 12, 06:06:54 PM

The big bear gobbles up old apples on the ground

http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=54331460&amp;force_embed=1&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=d01e2f&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;autoplay=0&amp;loop=0" /><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=54331460&amp;force_embed=1&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=d01e2f&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;autoplay=0&amp;loop=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="800" height="450"></embed></object> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/54331460">BearApple</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user13916752">John</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Joe Schmoe on Nov 27, 12, 07:55:52 PM

Interesting that it bites at them from the side....

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Dec 16, 12, 09:32:10 AM

http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=55646405&amp;force_embed=1&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=d01e2f&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;autoplay=0&amp;loop=0" /><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=55646405&amp;force_embed=1&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=d01e2f&amp;fullscreen=1&amp;autoplay=0&amp;loop=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="800" height="450"></embed></object> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/55646405">Coyote at Guzzler</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user13916752">John</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 15, 13, 10:49:07 AM

Great Horned Owl, hawk and band tail pigeons guzzler visits.

Check out the film of dirt that forms when the band tail pigeons bath - it's no wonder we can't keep the guzzler clean. 

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Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ForestGal on Jul 15, 13, 01:01:42 PM

Interesting pictures, Wrightwood!  Thanks for sharing.  That owl is beautiful.  The pigeons are the only birds that aren't welcome in my yard, when they come to the bird feeder.  They are so messy, and so many of them arrive at once.   :P   I chase them away if I see them, and my little dog does the same if she happens to be out back.  All the other birds are welcome.   :)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jul 26, 13, 10:35:00 AM

With Wrightwood ground squirrels in the news take a look at this video from yesterday at the guzzler.
Watch the upper left corner for the ground squirrel.


http://www.youtube.com/v/4YkuayGOrBo?hl=en_US&amp;version=3&amp;rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="//www.youtube.com/v/4YkuayGOrBo?hl=en_US&amp;version=3&amp;rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="853" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on May 09, 14, 07:34:30 PM

This bear has been making regular visits to the guzzler

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/guzzler/LG_Bear5.9.14a.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Jim Wilkins on May 09, 14, 08:22:53 PM

Looks like a guilty teenager sneeking a swim in the neighbors pool.  The infrared really opens up viewing the guzzler during times you previously couldn't tell who had been there.  Good stuff.

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: ForestGal on May 09, 14, 11:20:11 PM

Very nice pic indeed!  So cool to see such a beautiful animal taking advantage of the guzzler. 

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jun 09, 14, 09:15:12 AM

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/bear/BearGuz1.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/bear/BearGuz2.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/bear/BearGuz3.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/bear/BearGuz4.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/bear/BearGuz5.JPG)

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/bear/BearGuz6.JPG)

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jun 09, 14, 09:36:37 AM

http://www.youtube.com/v/xB6VpVsdauU?version=3&amp;hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="//www.youtube.com/v/xB6VpVsdauU?version=3&amp;hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="853" height="480" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>

Title: Re: New NatureCam with infrared
Post by: Wrightwood on Jun 09, 14, 10:20:53 AM

Does appear to be a male bear

(http://www.wrightwoodcalif.com/bear/BearGuz7.JPG)