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Enjoy the Ruby-throated Hummingbirds while they are still around, by early fall they are bound for Central America, with many crossing the Gulf of Mexico in a single flight.
Maybe its COVID and reduced human activity, bit it seems the fall migration this year was heavier than yers past. And, its not because of work from home- I have been full time now for awhile... In spring, the blackpoll and bay breasted often appear at the same time but look very different. in fall, aside from the fell legs (blackpoll) it is easy to confuse the two.
Feeding on my fading Butterfly Bush (Buddleja americana). Time to head south!
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Autumn starts tomorrow.
Danaus plexippus
Fall Migration was in full swing the last day in August. There were too many warblers to count, and many different species. This particular Tennessee Warbler was fueling up to continue its trip south.
Woodcock Creek Dam, Crawford County, PA. As though we needed one, this injured yellowlegs is another reminder of all the challenges that birds face during migration. The bird had a wound at the back of its head, perhaps the result of an unsuccessful hawk or falcon attack. It was walking with an awkward and unsteady gait as well. On the plus side, it was actively feeding. I hope that the bird made it safely to its final destination and recovers fully. Thanks for looking and any comments or feedback. Have good weekend.
I haven't been on here much, as horribly busy Wednesday-Friday with a complete demolition of my backyard. Skinned down to the earth. All the birds and butterflies and bees are in shock. This morning there was a Northern Cardinal checking out bugs in the dirt ... then one of the Brown Thrashers (they are spooked though, completely out in the open with nowhere to hide). Then this bright thing moved out there? Ran for my binoculars and then of course to my big camera ... I felt so blessed that there was a Hooded Warbler out there on the scruffy dirt, going to and fro looking for beetles I guess. My backdoor was completely filthy, covered with dirt and debris ... so the shots weren't the best.
Not a life bird, but close enough! I've only seen one before, nearby @ Mead Garden ... only one time and only got a few shots back then.
I have just finished washing the crud off the door window. Way too hot right now for birds out there, but I'm leaving my camera nearby and I'm ready just in case this beautiful male comes back tomorrow morning or later this afternoon.
First in the yard beautiful warbler --- the Hooded Warbler. Isn't he magnificent? Thank you, Jesus!
October 2, 2021. Shooting conditions were terrible that morning with heavy fog at this Georgia mountain location. Down below on the piedmont there was no fog present. Wanted to post this one as it shows how extensive an adult female's hood can be. Note the olive on the top of the crown and the hindneck (males would be black there) and how olive the forecrown area is. Also note the black in the throat doesn't come up all the way to the beak.
Woodcock Creek Dam, Crawford County, PA. This is a drab example of a generally colorful warbler. The bird was feasting on bugs to build up body fat for the continuing migration. Looks like it's succeeding! Thanks for looking and your comments or feedback.
Another migrating songbird this fall that again had me reaching for the guide. With only a touch of the brilliant blue of a mature breeding male Indigo, I was puzzled initially by this quiet and still, nondescript, sparrow-like bird until I noticed the subtle color in the tail. It never moved, just sat in the thorny tangle of this thick bush. I'm thinking adult female. I found her quite close to where I saw the previous female Painted Bunting 2 days earlier.....a good comparison.
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Finished going thru all my attempts to photograph Soras & found this last keeper. Out of over 50 attempts. There were at least 2 birds & maybe more. This is the only one where a sora seems to be looking directly at me. What a wonderful and challenging encounter.
Sora (Porzana carolina)
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The Chestnut-sided Warbler sings two song types: one is accented at the end, the other is not. The first is used before the arrival of the females and in the early nesting cycle. The second is used while raising young.
An AHY male Cape May Warbler in fall plumage. This has been a bird I've wanted to photograph for a while, and although I'm still wanting to get photos in breeding plumage, I was pretty happy with some of the shots in this series.
S. Ontario
Fall 2014
they seem to disappear all summer, but fall migration brings the Raptors back also. Red-shouldered Hawk seemingly interested in the bugs caught in the spider web!
How color changes from spring to fall...the bird's vivd orange bib (see comment below) fades, and the tree tired green turn yellow. Iso 6400, f5.6, 1/3200
Crawford County, PA. This vireo was enjoying the afternoon sun during a rather slow excursion among the low branches and brush. Thanks for looking.
Miquelon Lake Provincial Park, AB, Canada.
7D | 300/2.8L + 2x | 1/1600 sec., f/7.1, ISO 640; on tripod.
The curved twig/branch was not staged! The moment this sandpiper walked by and stood perfectly right in the middle of the natural frame, I had to photograph it...an opportunity that I did not want to miss to get this unique image!
Hope you enjoy this capture! Have a great weekend!