Photographed by Denise Wiese, an American avocet wades through
Eagle Scout Lake in Grand Island.
This hybrid between a Bullock's oriole
and Baltimore oriole was photographed
by Colleen Childers near the bluffs at
Fort Robinson State Park.
A meadowlark photographed by Denise
Wiese at her home in Doniphan.
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Photo challenge participant Denise
Wiese reflected, "It's not about
getting the perfect picture, it's about
getting in touch with nature. I have
learned how to catch wildlife in their
natural environment. It's a great way
to relax and forget life's worries."
