It really has been a slow spring though with only a handfull of Warbler species up north with more still to arrive.
Cape May Warbler's were quite numerous up at Candle , with Yellow-rumps, Tennessee , Redstart, Ovenbird and the Bay-breasted being the only other representatives.
I did find other nice species though such as Pileated Woodpecker, Veery & Northern Goshawk.
So, photos are building up all the time !
Here is a new variety of pics taken over the past few weeks...
Semipalmated Plover - This little plover was foraging near Goose Lake on the day of our May bird count :
Bay-breasted Warbler - From Candle Lake last weekend , not the ideal view, but this is often how I see these Warblers , high in the tree canopy :
Belted Kingfisher - Here's the Kingfisher found on our bird count :
Vesper Sparrow - This was taken near town on a quiet country road :
American Golden Plover - One of a group of these handsome birds found on our recent bird count :
Eastern Phoebe - This bird was gathering nesting material at the southern Nisbet Forest a few weeks ago :
House Finch - A breeding male from the backyard :
Northern Rough-winged Swallow - A species I haven't photographed before, I found this bird perched high along the riverbank during some strong winds last week :
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker - This woodpecker was drinking sap from a tree in a local park last month. You can see the freshly made holes in the tree on the left of the photo :
16 comments:
You are doing a great job. In a world where there are very few who realize that there is world exists for nature, other than humans, you are doing a marvelous job of creating a bridge between culture and nature.
Best wishes,
Anulal,
India.
Hey Nick,
A fabulous series of images,great work once again.I agree with the former statement.Your dedication and work bring a greater awareness and appreciation to these species.
It's surprising and rewarding to me when someone says thank you, I never knew we had all these wonderful birds here.:-)
Ciao,
Rocky
So many amazing photos! I think I've run out of positive adjectives - lol!
Wonderful pictures,some of these birds I have yet to see.
Blessings,Ruth
What a great selection Nick, and every one a stunner!
The Semipalmated Plover looks very similar to our Ringed Plover, right down to his bill.
The American Golden Plover is a beauty, and the House Finch.
Beautiful birds; every one of them.
Beautiful photos! Miss the spring crocuses here in Ontario...keep it up!
Your Blog turned out to be a nice find.
Great Images.
John.
Nick, I would be happy with your current tally for my year count!
Enjoyed this series showing me a few new species. Thanks, Frank.
I just started photographing birds a few months ago when the Painted Buntings we at the feeders. Guess I need to start a "life list" and see what I can do. Beautiful pictures.
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...beautiful photographs. I have never been able to catch a photo of a Belted Kingfisher that's any good. They always take off on me, or are just too far away. Beautiful job. I love your Vesper Sparrow shot too. I've yet to see one, however, I've been stalking one at VOA. They have been heard/seen there. But the little Yellow-bellied Sapsucker melted my heart. I love those woodpeckers! Must have been great watching him drink from the wells.
Thanks for the kind words everyone !
Marvelous array of birds - and the bay-breasted - I haven't seen one in years. they just pass through on the way to breeding grounds, and haven't been thoughtful enough to pass through where I am. Nice photos
Love looking at all your pics! I will be back for more :-)
Beautiful series Nick. Sharp details, beautiful poses, catchlight in the eyes and amazing bokeh. You nailed it in every image in this series. I enjoyed watching one.
Many thanks everyone !
Great series of photos, I have a phoebe building a nest in my addition. Guess I'll have to hold off closing it in till the chicks fledge.
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