Peacock

I thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Ranch in Carlsbad during June, 2020. I heard about it several months ago and couldn’t believe that after 10 years of living in San Diego I had never heard of it.

Leo Carrillo was an entertainer on Broadway, in films and became famous for playing ‘Pancho’ in the 1950’s TV Show ‘The Cisco Kid’.

Much more info at : https://carrillo-ranch.org/

WOW! What a gem! Beautiful grounds, citrus trees and of course the peacocks and peahens preening and chilling about (and vocalizing as well)!

Despite Covid-19, I wore my mask and socially distanced and it was definitely worth the trip.

Here are my photos of the trip.

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I spent about 2 hours at the San Diego Zoo the other day. Had some time and brought my camera. Join me on this journey to only a few areas (the Hummingbird House, plus Gorillas and Orangutans and a special surprise at the end of my journey). My short visit was jam packed with memorable bursts of images!

Feel free to click on each photo to see more detail.

First, I visited the Hummingbird House or Aviary, which is a great little secret but tucked away and a bit challenging to find! As you enter the Zoo, turn left towards the Discovery Area towards the Sky Ride. Best to ask a guide..It’s to the right after the Reptile House, look for the red railing…More about the Kenton C. Lint Hummingbird Aviary

I snapped away at some very colorful birds as well as hummingbirds which enjoy the lush surroundings with flowers, nectar and feeders.

Violaceous Euphonia

Swallow Tanager

Colorful Bird

Colorful Birds

Hummingbirds

I love hummingbird watching!

One of these days, I’d like to go on a trip to explore the different types!

Hummingbird perched

Hummingbird enjoying nectar

Hummingbird in flight

Gorillas

It was such a special treat to see the baby with Mom!

Gorilla at the San Diego Zoo

Gorillas at the San Diego Zoo

Gorilla at the San Diego Zoo

Orangutans

I also visited the Orangutan habitat. More joy with another young one to watch with Mom and Dad!

Mom and Baby Orangutans

Finally, my big surprise was to spot a peacock near the squawking in the flamingo area, alone in a corner. I waited until he faced front. What beautiful plume feathers! Take a look!