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The Rufous-tailed Jacamar, measuring 9–10 inches in length, is native to the tropical lowlands of Central and South America. It thrives in open woodlands, along forest edges, and near riverbanks. An expert aerial hunter feeds primarily on flying insects such as butterflies, bees, and dragonflies, snatching them mid-flight.
Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) perched on a branch.
Raniuszek (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) siedzący na gąłązce.
My first time seeing a Stoat! This guy/gal sure was energetic! By the grace of God I managed to land an acceptable shot....such a cute little fella.
Seen in Victoria Park, in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Be prepared to see a lot of photos of this juvenile bar-tailed godwit over the next few days. This was my best photography experience whilst in Cornwall and probably the one where I had the most weird looks ever. I had just finished eating (a highly recommended) fish and chips in the harbour at St Ives and spotted this godwit fly in. Off I went and took hundreds of photos whilst the hundreds of tourists in St Ives watched on probably in amusement at this weird person with a big lens taking photos of a non-descript bird (from their perspective!)
Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) perched on a branch.
Raniuszek (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) siedzący na gałązce.
One of the Australian Hobbies in the Sneydes Rd area this morning. It had obviously had a satisfying breakfast as it was preening and stretching and not interested in any of the small birds that were around.
White-tailed deer eating grass in a field of Espoo Central Park.
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Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) perched on a branch.
Raniuszek (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) siedzący na gałązce.
White tailed robin in Yunnan, China.
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Scientific name: Limosa limosa.
These large wading birds are a Schedule 1 species. In summer, they have bright orangey-brown chests and bellies, but in winter they're more greyish-brown.
Their most distinctive features are their long beaks and legs, and the black and white stripes on their wings. Female black-tailed godwits are bigger and heavier than the males, with a noticeably longer beak (which helps the sexes to avoid competing for food with each other).
They're very similar to bar-tailed godwits, which breed in the Arctic. Black-tailed godwits have longer legs, and bar-tailed godwits don't have striped wings. As the names suggest, the tail patterns are different, too. Info: RSPB.
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Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) perched on a branch.
Raniuszek (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) siedzący na gałące.
The Buff-tailed Coronet (Boissonneaua flavescens) is a captivating hummingbird species, photographed at La Minga Ecolodge, near Cali, Colombia, in the heart of the Andean cloud forest. This particular individual perched delicately on a branch, surrounded by the soft, diffused light typical of the forest canopy at 1,900 meters. The bird’s shimmering green feathers, complemented by hints of bronze and its characteristic buff tail, contrasted beautifully with the muted greens and browns of the background. The natural bokeh created by the lens added depth and focus to this vibrant subject, enhancing the intimate connection between viewer and bird.
I used a Canon R5 with the 100-500mm lens to achieve this shot. With a shutter speed of 1/125 sec and ISO 800, I relied on the R5’s advanced stabilization to produce a crisp image despite the slower speed. The overcast lighting softened shadows and reduced harsh highlights, making this an ideal moment to capture the intricate details of the bird’s plumage. For me, this image reflects the joy of bird photography—waiting patiently for fleeting moments and trusting the combination of technology and instinct to preserve them.
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My first encounter with a baby White-tailed Deer! Adorable doesn't even begin to describe her/him!! I think I seen the momma up ahead with her other children.
Seen just outside of Victoria Park, in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) perched on a branch.
Raniuszek (Aegithalos caudatus caudatus) siedzący na gałęzi.
Rusty Tailed Flycatcher (Muscicapa ruficauda) | Thattekad | Canon | 2017 | Copyright : Aravind Venkatraman
Fork-tailed Drongo perched atop some foliage outside my chalet in Blyde Wildlife Estate, South Africa.
With its intense look accentuated by the sun reflected in its eye, and serenaded by a chorus of prairie dog alarm calls, a red-tailed hawk banks in the sky. The blurry brownish blobs are branches of a cottonwood tree. This was one of a nesting pair of hawks that I often see near the North Teller Lake open space near Boulder CO, a popular area to exercise social distancing these days.
Swallow-tailed Kite eating over Interceptor Road by the sod fields. They catch grasshoppers, dragonflies, etc. and eat them while flying.
Sharp-tailed Sandpiper
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Every year around April, huge flocks of waders head north to Siberia to breed. Among them Sharp-tailed Sandpipers.
A 10,000km or more trip. They stop at several places en route to refuel.
No bad for a bird that weighs in somewhere around 100gm and less than 40gm on its return.
The tail of the Strange-tailed Tyrant is strange indeed, at least in the male. The outer pair of rectrices are greatly elongated (they are longer than the bird's body); the bases of the outer pair of rectrices are bare, but the outer two-thirds of the feather are very broad, forming a long streamer. The plumage is black and white, but the breeding male has exposed pinkish or orangey skin on the throat. The behavior of the Strange-tailed Tyrant is no less unusual. This species is polygynous, as males maintain territories where up to four females breed. Currently the Strange-tailed Tyrant largely is restricted to southern Paraguay, northeastern Argentina, and western Uruguay, where it occupies tall grasslands, but the distribution formerly extended much farther north and east. In view of this range contraction, primarily due to habitat loss, the Red List conservation status of the Strange-tailed Tyrant is rated as Vulnerable.
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Long-tailed Duck has a Conservation Status under the IUCN of Vulnerable www.iucnredlist.org/species/22680427/132528200
This female Long-tailed Duck was a rare visitor to Calgary, Alberta, Canada, for several weeks during winter 2020-2021. This species of sea duck normally spends the nonbreeding season on coasts in both the Old World and the New World, but the Bow River in Carburn Park seemed to fit the bill for a while — especially in places with choppy waters as in this image.
Pig tailed macaques, Malaysia.
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Long-tailed Sibia, Rimba Ekor Panjang, Heterophasia picaoides.
This is a species of Leiothrichidae from South East Asia. The long-tailed sibia is distributed from central Nepal and north east India through, Southern China, Laos, and Thailand to Malaysia, as well as Sumatra. In Malaysia It is found in evergreen forest, oak and pine forests, secondary growth, scrub with large trees and forest edge areas especially arounds hill stations such as Frasers Hill and Genting Highland.
Fan-tailed Cuckoo
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One of a number that turned up together..
I think they were topping up on their movement further south.
Lots of feeding, resting and calling.
This young red-tailed hawk is a very popular attraction at Fernhill these days. I went out in hopes of seeing it, and was rewarded with a perch not far from me. A small crowd of photographers gathered around the base of its perch to take pictures, but with the long lens, I had to back away. After posing for them for awhile, it took off toward me, and landed on the perch right next to me. Again I backed away to get this full shot! Just unfortunate that it was against the sky.
Vocalizing Boat-tailed Grackle flying by - New Jersey
Photograph captured with a Canon EOS 1DXII camera and Canon 600mm f/4 IS II lens paired with a 1.4x extender at 840mm
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Excited to see this black tailed native hen at our local village lake today! I think this is the closest I have ever managed to get to one of these. It may just be a black tail, but I was surprised at all the wonderful subtle colours in the rest of the feathers as well as those more vibrant colours in the legs and bill. Great to see it locally!
Peace Valley Park Pa.
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Sharp-tailed Sandpiper
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The Road goes ever on and on,
Down from the door where it began.
Now far ahead the Road has gone,
And I must follow, if I can,
Pursuing it with eager feet,
Until it joins some larger way
Where many paths and errands meet.
And whither then? I cannot say
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As you probably know , if you have seen my photostream, I love Hummingbirds. I love the many varied positions they take in flight. A tail-up position is one of my favorites.
Allen's Hummingbird
Selasphorus sasin
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Red-Tailed Hawk
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The Long-tailed Widowbird is a striking bird species that is found in grassland habitats throughout much of sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for the long, flowing tail feathers of the males, which can measure up to 20 cm in length and are used to attract mates during the breeding season.
Males of the species are highly territorial and will perform elaborate courtship displays to attract females. These displays involve the male jumping up and down in the grass while fluffing out his long tail feathers and singing a distinctive song. The males will often compete with one another for the attention of females, and the winner will typically mate with several females during the breeding season.
The females of the species are much more subdued in appearance, with brownish-gray plumage that helps them blend in with their grassland surroundings. They are responsible for building the nests and raising the young, which typically hatch within a few weeks of being laid.
Long-tailed Widowbirds are primarily seed-eaters, feeding on a variety of grasses and other plant material. They are often seen foraging on the ground in small groups, and may also feed on insects and other small invertebrates during the breeding season.
Overall, the Long-tailed Widowbird is a fascinating and beautiful bird species that is highly valued by birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts for its striking appearance and interesting behavior during the breeding season. It is an important part of the grassland ecosystem in which it lives, and its unique ecological role makes it an important subject of study for researchers and conservationists alike.