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A Look into Pennsylvania Wildlife

Kiley Williams, Photojournalist
February 2, 2024

February 2, 2024/12:00a.m.

Black-capped Chickadee perched on a small sapling braving the cold winds. (Kiley Williams)
Copper’s Hawk scanning the forest floor for prey. (Kiley Williams)
In a winter forest a buck tilts its head showing off its snow-covered antlers. (Kiley Williams)
Two alert does in a winter forest observing their surroundings. (Kiley Williams)
Pennsylvania’s state bird the Ruffed Grouse showing off his well camouflaged plumage among the fallen leaves. (Kiley Williams)
An eastern Chipmuck scampering around the maze of twigs while chirping to alert others of predators. (Kiley Williams)
Grey Squirrel foraging for fallen acorns on a warmer winter day to store for later. (Kiley Williams)
A raccoon balancing on a fallen log showing off its dark fluffy coat. (Kiley Williams)
A bright Yellow Warber standing in the sunlight among the tangle of grey sticks. (Kiley Williams)
An elk bull with a tracking collar grazing in a field of dead grass during winter. (Kiley Williams)
An Elk Bull with a mangey coat and large open wound most likely from fighting for territory and breeding rights. (Kiley Williams)

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About the Contributor
Kiley Williams
Kiley Williams, Photographer
Kiley Williams is this academic years Photographer for The Gannon Knight. Kiley is a junior biology major from St. Mary’s PA. A fun fact about Kiley is that she can drive a forklift.