Home»Jasper Ridge Galleries»A Day at a Time: Individual Visits»5/14/2025 Kite Attacks Hawk, Airship Ventures Forth, Butterflies Congregate

A majestic Red-tailed Hawk is challenged by a more agile White-tailed Kite in an aerial display, while a Turkey Vulture glides serenely by. The maiden flight of the largest aircraft to fly in public since the 1930s proceeds along the Bay – this time they use helium for lift. Friendly butterflies congregate on bright yellow blossoms. A Brush Rabbit browses its safe zone at dawn. Tiny insects, big raptors, huge airship; springtime flowers and green Valley Oaks: Jasper Ridge in mid-May 2025.

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