We drove up to Antelope Island Saturday, despite the snowstorm possibilities. Our faith was rewarded by slowly disappearing clouds and somewhat blue skies.
It was coyote day on the island. We saw at least 5, including watching two young ones as we came and then as we left. ‘Scruffing in the snow, hunting and just lolygagging around..just like dogs..
The chukar partridges were a welcome surprise. I used to always see them on the Island but hadn’t for a couple of years. This trip we not only saw a flock, but got to watch a dust-up between two of them. Vicious little devils!
Here’s a few favorites from yesterday ...
Lone antelope monitoring the buffalo..
Sunrise on nearby mountains..always extra special when seen from the Island..
One of two younger coyotes seen back near the ranch..loping along to join it’s brother across the road..
Nice looking porcupine hanging out in the Russian olive trees..
These next three follow the young-uns along the causeway on our way out.
Floating in the air as he heads toward his prey..
These chukars were way up on the hillside above the new campgrounds..Two of them engaged in a vicious-looking battle while the others nonchalantly looked on.....
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