Hey M:
I spoke with a mammal expert (bears and coyotes, specifically) with USFWS and she said that the bear in our area (western north carolina mountains) do and do not hibernate. It depends upon the winter, and the bear. We have had several…
I am inspired by all critters. But for the past 10 years I have been painting bold, bright, bird portraits. I have worked closely with wildlife in my work as part time USFWS employee, bird bander, and wildlife rehab technician. I am married to a professional bird guide, Wezil Walraven. We recently relocated to Asheville after living in Bisbee, AZ for 10 years. I am an avid feeder watcher, and birder by ear. I am slowly re-learning the eastern bird songs after being away for so long.
My favorite type of birds:
Wrens, Ravens, Thrashers, Warblers...but really, I love them all!
Wow! A bunch of paintings I haven't seen yet. Gotta win the lottery so I can become a collector (and support my - hopefully - soon-to-be local bird experts). (-: