Our Garden's Honorary Guests

Our garden is more than just a place of beauty; it is a thriving ecosystem that attracts a diverse array of wildlife. As photographers who cherish the natural world, we have cultivated this space to be a sanctuary for creatures big and small. The garden’s vibrant flowers, lush greenery, and tranquil waters invite a variety of wildlife to visit and make their home among the blossoms.

From the vivid flashes of color brought by bluejays, cardinals, and house finches, to the rhythmic drumming of woodpeckers and the majestic sightings of eagles soaring overhead, our garden is alive with avian wonders. These birds, along with the playful antics of squirrels, woodchucks  and chipmunks, create a lively backdrop that changes with the seasons.

On quieter days, the soft rustle of leaves may reveal the presence of rabbits nibbling on clover, or the subtle slither of a snake moving through the underbrush. Occasionally, a fox might pass through, its keen eyes scanning the surroundings. In the early morning or late afternoon, turkeys and turtles can often be seen as they wander the garden paths.

Our garden is also a haven for pollinators. Butterflies flutter from bloom to bloom, their delicate wings catching the sunlight, while bees diligently gather nectar, playing their crucial role in the cycle of life.

We invite you to explore the photographs we’ve captured of these remarkable creatures, each one a testament to the harmony and beauty of nature. Every visit to our garden brings a new discovery, and we’re thrilled to share these moments with you.

Two small birds bathing in a birdbath with water splashing around them.
A small bird with bright red plumage on its head and chest, perched on an orange surface, against a blurred green background.
A young deer, also known as a fawn, with white spots on its back, standing in a grassy area with a forest background.
Birds at a feeder with one in flight, including a northern cardinal and two others.
Close-up of a dragonfly perched on a pink flower bud against a green background.
Spotted Deer
Red Fox
Yellow bird with open wings perched on dried flower stems against a blue background.
Two sparrows perched on tree branches, with one bird feeding the other amidst green leaves.
A chipmunk eating in grass
Hummingbird in Rose of Sharon in Rich and Jingru's Garden
Small bird perched on a thin branch against a green background.
Squirrel on tree branch with green leaves in background
Bee on Wildflower
Young Male Finch
Wild Turkeys in Rich and Jingru's garden
A Eurasian hoopoe perched on a branch with open beak.
House Finches
Bird feeding a chick in a tree with green leaves.
Close-up of a rabbit sitting in a grassy field.
Mourning dove perched on a tree branch surrounded by green leaves.
Dragonfly perched on a thin twig against a blurred natural background.
Woodpecker
Turtle in Rich and Jingru's Garden
squirrel
Butterfly feeding on orange marigold flowers
Chipmunk on bird feeder
A gray squirrel standing in green grass.
A red cardinal and a house finch perched on a bird feeder against a green background.
Woodchuck under tractor
Hummingbird hovering next to a purple hibiscus flower with green background.
Snake in Rich and Jingru's Garden