Tony Cono Photography

Tony Cono Photography Nature and Wildlife Photographer 🇺🇸

The female Common Yellowthroat may not have the bold black mask of the male, but she has a beauty all her own. Her warm ...
09/02/2026

The female Common Yellowthroat may not have the bold black mask of the male, but she has a beauty all her own. Her warm olive-brown plumage and subtle yellow tones help her blend perfectly into the grasses and dense vegetation she calls home. Often staying low and moving quietly through the brush, she can be easy to overlook—but catching a glimpse of this petite warbler is always a special moment in the field.

09/01/2026

Caught this beautiful Helmeted Guinea Fowl out enjoying the evening, and what a sight it was! From its stunning polka-dot feathers to that unmistakable helmeted head, this bird is truly one of nature’s most unique creations. Sometimes the best wildlife moments happen when you least expect them—just a quiet walk through the grass and suddenly, you’re sharing the space with something extraordinary.

There’s something truly powerful about witnessing a young eagle in full flight—wings stretched wide, golden talons tucke...
08/31/2026

There’s something truly powerful about witnessing a young eagle in full flight—wings stretched wide, golden talons tucked in, and completely at home in the open sky. Every feather seems to tell a story of strength, freedom, and the wild spirit of nature. Moments like this are why I love wildlife photography: you can freeze a split second of motion and preserve the majesty of a bird that was never meant to be confined.

A young Ruby-throated Hummingbird hovering in place, showing the early stages of its adult plumage. You can see a few ru...
08/28/2026

A young Ruby-throated Hummingbird hovering in place, showing the early stages of its adult plumage. You can see a few ruby-colored feathers starting to develop on the throat, while the rest of the plumage remains more muted. Capturing a bird like this with the wings fully extended gives a great look at the feather detail and structure.

I came across this Mallard while it was moving through the water, and the first thing that caught my attention was the c...
08/26/2026

I came across this Mallard while it was moving through the water, and the first thing that caught my attention was the contrast between its dark green head and the mottled white and brown body. I waited for it to move into the open water with the moss-covered rocks in the foreground, which gave me the composition I was looking for.

An entire gathering of Double-crested Cormorants taking over the treetops, turning these weathered branches into their o...
08/24/2026

An entire gathering of Double-crested Cormorants taking over the treetops, turning these weathered branches into their own high-rise lookout. Some perch quietly, others stretch their wings, but together they create an unforgettable silhouette against the summer sky. Nature has a way of making even a dead tree feel full of life.

A Red Sunflower is nature’s way of showing that beauty can be bold, unexpected, and unforgettable. With its deep crimson...
08/22/2026

A Red Sunflower is nature’s way of showing that beauty can be bold, unexpected, and unforgettable. With its deep crimson petals and golden center, it carries the warmth of a sunflower with a touch of passion and strength. Standing tall and vibrant, it’s a reminder to embrace what makes you different and let your own colors shine.

Happy World Photography Day!I found this great egret standing quietly in the wetland just as the sun was going down. The...
08/19/2026

Happy World Photography Day!

I found this great egret standing quietly in the wetland just as the sun was going down. The evening light was hitting the bird and the water, while the vegetation in the background added some nice color and depth to the scene. I waited for the egret to settle into position and captured this moment before the light disappeared.

Yellow-breasted Chat out in the open. These birds are usually tucked away in thick brush, so getting a good look is alwa...
08/17/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat out in the open. These birds are usually tucked away in thick brush, so getting a good look is always a bonus. That bright yellow breast and chunky build make this one a pretty easy bird to recognize once you finally spot it.

This Least Flycatcher paused perfectly on a thorny branch, surrounded by the soft greens of summer, giving me just enoug...
08/15/2026

This Least Flycatcher paused perfectly on a thorny branch, surrounded by the soft greens of summer, giving me just enough time to capture the moment. I love how the simple pose, delicate details, and blurred woodland background come together to showcase the understated beauty of one of nature’s smaller birds.

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