Warm light and the constantly changing hues of orange, pink, and purple is perhaps the most alluring aspect of Bosque del Apache. I would suggest that the landscape graces the wildlife and it is no wonder that the Apache people wanted to dwell in this inspiring place. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, December 2016. 5748 x 3832 pixels.
An American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) camouflaged amongst reeds and cattails at Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge, Montana.
