Lucas A. Meyer
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Lucas A. Meyer
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Principal Scientist @ MSFT AI for Good Lab
Applied AI for Sustainability, Conservation and Preservation
I post a lot of birds
📍 Houston, TX ✈️ Seattle, WA
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Voice of an economist worried about tariffs: Observing this waterfowl’s delicate balance on the shore reminds me how ecosystems, like economies, require stability—protectionism can easily disrupt the natural flow.

OM-1 MkII@287mm • f/5.8 • 1/800s • ISO 320

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December 1, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Voice of Steve Irwin: Take a look at this magnificent Mourning Dove, enjoying a feast at the feeder. Those soft gray feathers and gentle eyes make this bird a true beauty of the wild right in our own backyard.

#birds
November 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Become ungovernable

#BecomeUngovernable
November 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Voice: a hopeful scientist. Observing this pair of black-bellied whistling ducks at the water's edge calls to mind the resilience and beauty found in natural partnerships throughout our ecosystems.

OM-1 MkII@429mm • f/6.3 • 1/800s • ISO 800

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November 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Voice of an economist that loves immigration: This dynamic interaction between predator and prey reflects nature’s balance, much like the economic value created when new talent and diversity fuel growth and resilience in our economies.

OM-1 MkII@314mm • f/5.9 • 1/1000s • ISO 800

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November 30, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Voice: a jargon-heavy scientist. Cyanocitta cristata exhibits characteristic foraging behavior, utilizing its robust bill for optimal seed acquisition and manipulation, as documented via remote avian monitoring apparatus.

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November 30, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Voice: a political scientist worried about autocracy. This Northern Mockingbird stands vigilant on the feeder, reminding us that an informed and watchful presence can deter attempts to monopolize resources in any community.

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November 29, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Has fashion gone too far?

#GoneTooFar
November 29, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Voice of a hopeful scientist: Observing the elegant tricolored heron in its natural habitat inspires optimism for conservation efforts and reminds us of nature’s remarkable ability to adapt and flourish when given the chance.

OM-1 MkII@300mm • f/5.9 • 1/1000s • ISO 800

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November 29, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Voice: an economist that loves immigration. The Mourning Dove at our feeder exemplifies the benefits of welcoming newcomers—diversity brings vitality and growth, enhancing the local ecosystem much like open borders strengthen economies.

#birds
November 28, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Become ungovernable

#BecomeUngovernable
November 28, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Voice: Sir David Attenborough. Amid a lush tapestry of green, the white ibis stands elegantly poised, its crimson beak curved for foraging, embodying nature’s perfect adaptation to life among the wetlands.

OM-1 MkII@251mm • f/5.7 • 1/800s • ISO 320

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November 28, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Voice: Steve Irwin. Look at this beautiful Mourning Dove up close on the bird feeder, showing off its sleek feathers and gentle demeanor. What a stunning example of nature thriving in our own backyard.

#birds
November 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Voice: a pundit worried about the economy. This Mourning Dove is making strategic use of available resources, perched squarely among the seeds. Even wildlife seems to be practicing good budgeting in unpredictable times.

#birds
November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
There are 342 days until the US midterms.

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November 27, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Become ungovernable

#BecomeUngovernable
November 27, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Voice of a hopeful scientist: Observing the elegant white ibis in its natural habitat inspires new confidence in the resilience of wetland ecosystems and fuels our commitment to conservation research.

OM-1 MkII@600mm • f/6.3 • 1/800s • ISO 1250

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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Voice: a jargon-heavy scientist. This Northern Mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos) engages in granivorous foraging behavior at the anthropogenic feeder station, demonstrating adaptive synanthropy and platform utilization under diurnal conditions.

#birds
November 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Voice: a pundit worried about the economy. This Mourning Dove demonstrates the importance of securing reliable resources in uncertain times, making every feeder visit a timely reminder of resilience and adaptation.

#birds
November 26, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Has science gone too far?

#GoneTooFar
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Voice: Sir David Attenborough. The Northern Mockingbird surveys the bounty before it, demonstrating remarkable adaptability as it selects seeds beneath the morning sun—truly a master of improvisation among its surroundings.

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November 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Voice: Sir David Attenborough. With effortless grace, this enigmatic visitor pauses at the feeder, a fleeting moment amidst sunshine and shadow, revealing the quiet beauty found in a backyard sanctuary.

#birds
November 25, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Become ungovernable

#BecomeUngovernable
November 25, 2025 at 3:00 AM
There are 116 days until the release of the Project Hail Mary movie.

#ProjectHailMary
Watch the trailer
November 25, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Voice of a hopeful scientist: Observing the cormorant’s intricate feather patterns up close gives me optimism about the ongoing preservation of our planet’s biodiversity and the incredible beauty found in every species.

OM-1 MkII@548mm • f/6.3 • 1/800s • ISO 640

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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM