As spring envelopes Carillon Stonegate Pond, the graceful Great Blue Herons make their annual return. These majestic birds, known for...

The Wood Duck is undoubtedly one of the most stunning waterfowl species gracing the ponds of Carillon Stonegate Pond during their spring...

Every year, the arrival of Canada Geese marks the transition of seasons at Carillon Stonegate Pond. These majestic birds, known for their...

As winter gives way to the first hints of spring, the arrival of migratory birds at Carillon Stonegate Pond begins. One of the most...

As spring begins to thaw Carillon Stonegate Pond, the Common Goldeneye can be observed in our waters. These medium-sized ducks are...

A first for Carillon Stonegate Pond – the arrival of Gadwell! Where many male ducks sport gleaming patches of green, red, or blue, our...

One of the first arrivals at Carillon Stonegate Pond during the spring migration are Mallards. In early March, both male and female...

What marks the beginning of Spring? Is it the announcement by Punxsutawney Phil predicting an extended winter, or perhaps the...

One of the earliest arrivals to Carillon Stonegate Pond during the Spring migration is the Red-winged Blackbird. During early March, male...

As the days get longer and warmer at Carillon Stonegate Pond, many birds will begin to return. Song Sparrows are among these birds...

On a chilly day when temperatures linger around zero degrees at Carillon Stonegate Pond, two coyotes - brothers - were resting on the...

You’ll find Red-tailed Hawks all year round at Carillon Stonegate Pond - but especially as the cooler or cold fall weather arrives. Keep...

What to look for?  The Cooper’s Hawk is a medium-sized hawk. It has the classic accipiter shape: broad, rounded wings and a noticeably...

The Belted Kingfisher is a striking, stocky bird recognized for its large head, thick, dagger-like bill, and distinctive shaggy crest of...

Late September and throughout October, bird migration is at its peak. BirdCast estimates that over 60 million birds have migrated through...

We had visitors to the western Carillon Stonegate Pond. Three Whitetail Deer - all young bucks! Just imagine, two of the bucks decided to...

The Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) is indeed a fascinating bird, often evoking thoughts of ancient creatures like the pterodactyl with...

The Great Egret is a tall, long-legged wading bird. This majestic white bird is commonly found along the shorelines of ponds and...

Ever walk along the Carillon Stonegate ponds and thought you saw a black “duck”, but it was no longer there. Perhaps it was just the sun...

Late June or early July - it's always the same time each year here on Carillon Stonegate Pond! The seasonal rhythms of wildlife, like...