Bill Doar Nature Photography

Doggie Playtime

2012-01-05T07:05:00.003-10:00

My friend and her little Annie at a recent dog event, Nov 2011. The light colored Scottie is little Annie's dad.

Black Crowned Night Heron - Aukuu

2011-10-29T16:05:00.002-10:00

Waiting.

Oh Boy!! (note his neck extension, excitement)

Yum!!

This fellow, who is generally very shy, has learned that this group of senior citizen fisherwomen will toss him the too little fish. One of the ladies had just pulled in a fish causing him to stick his neck out.

Amakihi - Hawaiian Honeycreeper

2011-10-23T05:19:00.004-10:00

On the Big Island of Hawaii many of the native and endangered birds are accessible. Knowing the locations and armed with lots of patience, we not only have to find them (lots of chirping/singing), see them, and luckily get a good photo of them. This is the (Ah-mah-kee'-hee) which stopped by on a very nearby branch to pose for his/her portrait. Note: not to be confused with the common and introduced Japanese White Eye which has a white ring around its eyes.

Juvenile Iiwi - Hawaiian Honeycreeper

2011-10-21T21:13:00.001-10:00

Happy Days Again

2011-10-18T22:37:00.002-10:00

This bird sat here for a couple of minutes just singing away, oblivious to me sitting in the car next to him.

Lava Tube by Mother Nature

2011-10-11T17:51:00.002-10:00

Happy Days

2011-10-06T21:24:00.002-10:00

Moon

2011-10-04T15:05:00.001-10:00

A simple moonshot.

Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone

2011-10-04T14:46:00.002-10:00

The algae mat created by the runoff from the beautiful G.P. spring.

Hawaiian Stilt - AE'O

2011-09-27T09:37:00.003-10:00

This endangered Hawaiian Stilt is hunting for food on the banks of the Kawainui-Hamakua Marsh in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.

Moorhen - 'ALAE'ULA

2011-09-27T09:30:00.003-10:00

An endangered Hawaiian bird is seen at the Kawainui-Hamakua Marsh in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii. The bright red shield is said to have been burnt when this bird brought fire to the people.

HAWAII: PLAY AT WAIKIKI SUNSET

2011-09-26T21:08:00.003-10:00

A little fuzzy due to subjects' actions, but they are all having fun: Sailing, Surfing, Canoe Paddling, and Kayaking.

Nature's Designs

2011-09-26T21:06:00.001-10:00

Learn from the Kids

2011-09-22T20:57:00.006-10:00

A six year old, 2 fives, 2 fours and a three year old in what appears to be self organized play. They made me smile!

Punalu'u Lagoon, Ka'u, Hawaii

2011-09-14T22:15:00.003-10:00

Punalu'u, a location from which Hawaiians would gather fresh water. The photo is taken from the black sand beach ridge with the Pacific Ocean behind.

Bug Camouflage

2011-04-15T18:22:00.003-10:00

First time I ever saw this in Hawaii. I can see why.

Hawaiian Natives

2011-03-25T23:01:00.006-10:00

The passion vine butterfly collects nectar from the native ilima flower, whose leis were worn by Hawaiian royalty.

The white maia or pua pilo is endemic to Hawaii. It blooms after sunset and turns pink and wilts with the coming of the sun.

Milolii, Hawaii - High Surf Warnings

2011-01-17T19:03:00.002-10:00

Pounding surf along the southwest shores of the Big Island of Hawaii.

DEEPEST SOUTH USA - SOUTH POINT, HAWAII

2011-01-17T18:54:00.004-10:00

50-60 feet above the ocean, this hoist and attached ladder used to aid fishermen with their catches. However, this structure is now used mostly for jumping off and climbing back up via the ladder not visible from here.

KAILUA-KONA B&B: HALE MALUHIA

2010-09-03T18:23:00.005-10:00

The son of a good friend asked me to shoot their B&B above Kailua-Kona, HI. HDR is an awesome process.

TULIPS from WA and OR

2010-05-02T00:14:00.007-10:00

April 2010- Tulip Festivals in Woodburn, OR and La Conner, WA The local websites advise on the progress of the blooming season and as it gets closer, the week the flowers are expected to bloom. Tulips are planted in stages. As early blooms age, new blooms are opening. The fields and gardens are a feast for the eyes. Wow!!

Olympic National Park

2010-04-12T18:50:00.001-10:00

Hoh Rainforest

Tulips from Woodburn, Oregon

2010-03-25T17:05:00.003-10:00

It was rainy, windy, and freezing. Hope to post more later. Will also head for Skagit (skajit)Valley in Washington for their tulip festival. Just happen to be here when the tulips are starting to bloom.

Dragon Lava

2010-03-05T19:47:00.003-10:00

Ocean entry, I detailed the nostril on left and eye, cause it was hard to see. And all the time I thought it was the Hawaiian Goddess Pele.

Ghost Ship

2010-02-25T08:23:00.003-10:00

1,500 souls on board. Cruising the world's oceans, passing by to see the lava flows.

Tourist Loving Hawaii

2010-02-23T19:51:00.003-10:00

Ala Moana beach park near Waikiki: Young tourist enjoys the daily fed and trusting birds. Note the jacket: Cold in Hawaii?

Lava Flow and Folks

2010-02-23T19:46:00.003-10:00

Lava on the hillside about a mile away, folks in the foreground messing around with their flashlights, half moon overhead, cloud reflection of lava glow at 8 pm. Hawaii.

Critters

2010-02-23T19:37:00.004-10:00

Wasp dragging a spider down an 8 foot high embankment, across a two-lane road, up the other side embankment into a hole.

Can you find the critter among the rocks?

The fake big eyes of a caterpillar.

Mele Kalikimaka meka Hauoli Makahiki Hou!

2009-12-31T15:39:00.002-10:00

In the holiday spirit, shooting with good friends.

IBIS-Not a Cattle Egret

2009-12-13T08:11:00.003-10:00

Jack Jeffrey told me about this bird. Since it was him, it must have been important so I went and shot it. From the net it seems this is a rare bird for Hawaii, that it may have come from a very small population from another island. The beginning of that population may have been from people or by flying from the mainland US. This bird has brown eyes and beautiful colored wings. Hilo, Hawaii Oct 23, 2009.

Mushrooms

2009-12-13T08:05:00.003-10:00

I found these mushrooms growing inside some hollow tile blocks laying out in the yard. A couple of weeks after their portraits, they all disappeared.

Hawaiian Noni

2009-10-06T13:26:00.004-10:00

This photo was part of a project for advertising Noni. Noni is believed to have medicinal powers, and has been used by some to fight cancer.

The Crown of Hawaii's Native Poppy

2009-10-05T21:10:00.002-10:00

The "pua kala" was used by ancient Hawaiians for medicinal purposes. However, unlike its cousin, it does not contain the morphine and codeine alkaloids.

Hawaiian Hawk

2009-10-05T21:04:00.002-10:00

The Hawaiian Hawk on the hunt.

RECOVERED SUNKEN TREASURE

2009-06-17T16:41:00.004-10:00

This statue of King Kamehameha I was commissioned to honor this ruler who united the Hawaiian Islands and to commemorate the 100 year discovery of Hawaii by Captain Cook. Designed by a Boston sculptor living in Italy, the statue was shipped from Europe in 1883. Unfortunately the ship with the statue wrecked near the Falkland Islands and a second statue was commissioned with insurance money. About two years later, this original statue was discovered as rescued by Falkland islanders. The same ship captain purchased the statue, brought it to Hawaii and resold it to the government. The minor damages were repaired and the statue now stands in Kapa`au, Kohala, the birthplace of King Kamehameha. Every year on June 11th, the five Kamehameha statues are decorated: Kapa`au, Hilo, Honolulu, Maui, Washington,D.C. Can you imagine the fragrance?

Honolulu City Lights

2009-05-16T13:18:00.002-10:00

Diamond Head with University of Hawaii at Manoa, to the left, and Waikiki and Honolulu communities, right.

Makapu`u Beach, East Oahu, Hawaii

2009-05-16T13:16:00.002-10:00

The Birds For Pacific University's Dr. Phil Creighton

2009-05-16T13:06:00.003-10:00

Hawaiian Nene Family

Hawaiian Hawk

Apapane (Honeycreeper)

Our Friend Koa

2009-04-10T21:48:00.003-10:00

Although she had a primary caregiver, Koa spent time at several residences in the community. She was always welcome and will always be missed.

Another Sunset---So?

2009-03-15T23:03:00.003-10:00

With the Halemaumau Event pouring more ash and sulphur dioxide into the air, sunsets such as this have become rare due to the cloud hovering at the horizon line. Most times the sun sets 5 degrees above the obscured horizon. It is a treat to see the horizon again and realizing it has been taken for granted all these years. Normal wind patterns block our horizon.

Kukui Nut Flower

2009-03-15T17:21:00.001-10:00

Surinam Cherry

2009-03-15T17:20:00.003-10:00

Great White Lunch Time??

2009-02-22T22:26:00.003-10:00

Very interesting! It is actually the upper half of the tail fluke of a playing baby whale.

Baby Whale Watch, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

2009-02-22T22:19:00.007-10:00

Here are a series of photos of a baby whale that breached about 17 times. As you can see, it performed near shore. Mother, though out of sight, was right next to her youngster the whole time!! Can you imagine what folks would be doing if mom was breaching there?

Whale Watch Trip

2009-02-22T22:12:00.004-10:00

It has taken four years to get some decent breaching shots. This guy was actually one of a pair that was breaching at the same time(within 1.5 seconds of each other).

Haleiwa Visitor

2009-02-19T19:46:00.004-10:00

On his way to visit the scene of LOST, this green sea turtle looks sharp hoping to be noticed by the presently absent producers, or even the security guard. He even supplies his own close-up portrait.

Haleiwa LOST

2009-02-19T19:39:00.003-10:00

My wife grew up on this beach and our favorite campsite was or is LOST over to the left.

Volcanic Eruption Hawaii

2009-02-01T20:46:00.006-10:00

The photos show Ocean Entry, the Pu'u O'o vent with ocean entry about three miles distant, and a kipuka, an area missed by the lava flow, but surrounded by it. The residence in the kipuka is used as a bed and breakfast with access by helicopter.

Just Another Day in Paradise

2008-11-16T12:04:00.003-10:00

An endangered species, this Hawaiian monk seal frequents the west coast of the island of Molokai.

Weathered Rock

2008-11-16T11:58:00.003-10:00

Found among numerous similar rocks along the southeast coast of Hawaii Island. It measures

about four feet long.

Bridge Support

2008-11-16T11:54:00.002-10:00

Five foot diameter and 70 feet deep. Concrete to follow.

Praying Mantis

2008-09-03T19:35:00.007-10:00

Hi there!

Waimea, Hawaii

2008-08-16T16:19:00.001-10:00

Nosey and Butty

The Mokuluas - Hawaii Sunrise

2008-08-16T15:42:00.006-10:00

From Lanikai Beach, Hawaii

With Oama fisherman

Lion Dance- Hotel Street, Hawaii

2008-08-16T15:39:00.002-10:00

Glacier & Yellowstone Sights

2008-07-26T14:10:00.021-10:00

Weeping Wall in Glacier
St. Mary Lake at Glacier

Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, the jewel of Yellowstone

Grand Prismatic Hot Spring

Geyser and bacteria/mineral
formations

Geyser flooded by high water

Cleopatra Spring at Mammoth Hot
Springs in Yellowstone

Bacteria Mat created by the minerals
of the hot springs

Geyser Old Faithful, goes off every 90 minutes plus or minus 10 minutes

Mud Bubble

Natural Lava Formation

Sharing the Shade

Wild Goose Island
St. Mary Lake, Glacier N.P.

Grand Geyser

(best at Yellowstone)

Goes off every 9 hours
plus or minus 1.5 hours

Glacier & Yellowstone Critters

2008-07-26T10:16:00.017-10:00

Glacier National Park - Falls

2008-07-26T08:47:00.004-10:00

For New friends: Lava Viewing: County Controlled Kalapana

2008-07-24T20:26:00.009-10:00

July 22,23,2008.

WOW!!!! Grizzly Bear Sighting

2008-07-24T19:07:00.008-10:00

From Many Glacier Hotel at Glacier N.P. folks would gather with long lenses and binoculars to see the mile away bear with his head in a bush and his butt in the air. His butt is the round ball in the center of the photo. More to come. For those that don't know, click on the photo to see a bigger butt.

Now the following Grizz was short yardage from the road and the rangers kept everyone on the opposite side of the road. We had to climb the bank to get a view of the bear in a hollow below the road. He was real close!

Beargrass Flowers-Glacier National Park

2008-07-24T15:45:00.003-10:00

A very interesting flower for first timers, near the Many Glacier Hotel.

Moonbow or Lunar Rainbow

2008-05-26T06:38:00.005-10:00

Taken at 4 am near a full moon, the moonbow appears light gray to the eyes. However, the camera sees the colors. Location: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Jaggar Museum

Tikis at the Place of Refuge, Hawaii

2008-05-18T22:44:00.002-10:00

Hawaii: UFO

2008-04-20T18:54:00.005-10:00

Moonset over Mauna Loa from Jaggar Museum in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Halemaumau Fire-in-the-Hole

2008-04-15T22:28:00.008-10:00

Normally called the Halemaumau Firepit, this vent is just above the floor of the firepit. The vent diameter is estimated to be 130 feet across. Access was finally granted to drive to the Jaggar Museum along the edge of the Kilauea Caldera to get a better view of the vent from which the sulphur dioxide and ash cloud was pouring. There were about 40 people, mostly tourist, here at 10 pm enjoying the event.

Refer to the Tuesday, April 1, 2008 photo, change in volcanic activity. This is the source of the cloud.

Oregon Ducks?

2008-04-02T16:56:00.003-10:00

I think these are some type of cormorant, but not sure. I followed them for about an hour in a lake near Sisters, Oregon. Mom was leading them around and all were diving and some came up with some sort of crustacean, crawdads? Anyway the kids began settling down on the log and mom joined them for a nap.

Hawaii: Change in Volcanic Activity

2008-04-01T22:06:00.004-10:00

Mid-March 2008, brought a major change in the current eruption of the Kilauea Volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii. A fissure opened up in the Halemaumau Firepit in the Kilauea Caldera. Along the edges of the caldera on opposite sides perch the Volcano House and Restaurant, and the Jaggar Museum and Hawaii Volcanoes Observatory.

Currently, a cloud of sulphur dioxide and ash is now pouring out of the fissure, spreading its potentially dangerous emissions towards distant downwind communities. Should the winds change to coming from the south, communities in the town of Volcano within 15 miles of the emissions may have to be evacuated. Hawaii Volcanoes are said to be the non-explosive type, unlike Mount St. Helens.

Hawaii: Green Sea Turtles

2008-04-01T21:46:00.005-10:00

Two of a group of four turtles resting at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach on the Big Island of Hawaii. One is heading back to sea. Most days turtles can be seen resting along this beach, as well as foraging among the tide pools and just off shore.

Orchid: Cymbidium

2008-03-23T20:27:00.001-10:00

Orchid

2008-03-23T19:49:00.002-10:00

I'm not sure of the specific variety. The Flying Orchid?

Hawaii State Flower

2008-03-16T12:17:00.004-10:00

It is generally known the hibiscus is Hawaii's state flower. There are so many beautiful varieties to choose from. Here is the official Hawaii state flower in its bud form. Known as the ma'o-hau-hele, it is endemic and endangered in the wild. However, it is numerous in gardens and hedges with assisted seed germination.

Mouflon Sheep: Trouble in Hawaii

2008-03-15T21:39:00.004-10:00

A dream shot when hunting in the wild on the slopes of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on the Big Island of Hawaii. The mouflon were introduced to Hawaii as game animals. Apparently many survived the hunts by running away and eating the native plants and trees. Now they are not only game animals but wanted animals. They are destroying Hawaii's native and highly endemic ecosystems by browsing and trampling.

Closeup of Whale's Tail

2008-03-14T22:14:00.002-10:00

A closeup of the tail from the photo below. The whale is diving to the right.

Hawaii: Sunset & Whale's Tail

2008-03-14T21:47:00.004-10:00

My sister and niece were looking for whales off to the left. I was looking for sunset with their silhouettes. A later blowup showed the whale's tail in the center. Click on photo for larger view.

Rolling Down Mauna Kea

2008-03-14T09:58:00.004-10:00

Just for fun, moonset and sunrise.

Hawaii: Green Sea Turtle in Camo

2008-03-14T09:20:00.003-10:00

Night feeding at Honaunau, Hawaii's Place of Refuge.

Hawaiian Hawk: Buteo Solitarius

2008-03-11T17:40:00.004-10:00

Sitting in a native Ohia tree, this hawk or I'o (ee-oh, similar to the bird's call) is checking out some chickens in my yard.

Good Morning

2008-03-07T09:29:00.002-10:00

Hawaii: Mauna Kea Sunset

2008-02-26T16:33:00.005-10:00

Sunset from above the clouds atop Mauna Kea with about a foot of snow remaining amidst one of the twelve telescopes.

Fun in the Trees

2008-02-26T10:34:00.005-10:00

Watching the Hawaiian Flowers orchid nursery, South Point Road, Hawaii.

Hawaii Mauna Kea Moon

2008-02-22T09:01:00.002-10:00

The setting moon with a rising sun behind lights up the remaining snow on Mauna Kea.

Dreaming

2008-02-16T13:17:00.002-10:00

Hawaii: Kalalau Valley, Kauai

2008-02-14T21:43:00.004-10:00

The scenic Kalalau Valley lookout.

Hawaii: Young Pineapple and

2008-02-10T10:26:00.000-10:00

Hawaii: Place of Refuge

2008-02-08T13:33:00.000-10:00

Sunset at Pu'uhonua O Honaunau: A place of refuge to which Hawaiians in trouble could escape, to avoid the wrath of Hawaiian Law. Only after forgiveness by the Kahuna (priest) could the Hawaiian safely leave the sanctuary.

Lava at Journey's End

2008-02-07T12:42:00.000-10:00

The end of a six-mile flow and two-mile hike is well worth the effort.

Antelope Valley Slot Canyons

2008-02-07T12:11:00.000-10:00

Top: Entrance to Lower Antelope - prepare for the wonders.

Center: The Transition - looking back up at the entrance.

Bottom: One of the famous light beams of the Upper Antelope. Note the tripod leg (left of the beam in the shadows) signifying the density of photographers.

The Core

2008-02-05T23:20:00.000-10:00

Mother Nature's Gift

Hawaii Whales

2008-02-04T10:03:00.000-10:00

Hawaii's humpback whale season, from December through April, is exciting to visitors and locals alike. Whale watchers eagerly await the telltale spouting indicating the location of whales. Giant splashes, most easily seen, are the remains of a likely breach missed by the viewer, who will then wait several minutes in hopes of actually seeing the whale breach.

The pair of whales are a mother with her calf sticking its nose up, another is checking out the boat, another is simply swimming along and the last is tail-slapping.

Hawaii, Punalu'u Pond

2008-02-04T09:45:00.000-10:00

The pond, located at the Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, reflects the once proud (now closed) restaurant, surrounded by its coconut trees.

Dawn, Artist at Work

2008-01-29T21:28:00.000-10:00

Dawn, the surfer, too, finishes painting her hand built pipo board.

Palolo Falls

2008-01-28T19:27:00.000-10:00

Palolo Falls can be a difficult hike especially if it's wet, making the trail muddy and very slippery.

Hidden Dragon

2008-01-28T07:55:00.000-10:00

Banyan Roots

2008-01-27T23:24:00.000-10:00

Crystal Creation

2008-01-26T18:13:00.000-10:00

Bicycle @ Sunset

2008-01-26T15:49:00.001-10:00