I was just nicely getting set up and identifying birds to shoot, when a pair of other birders pulled, parked their cars in the middle of the action:( I did get a couple of images.
I was there probably less than 3 or 4 minutes before all the birds spooked and flew off. Just seconds later the cause of their leaving became obvious.
It was a great opportunity to get some shots of this Sharp Shinned Hawk. If you look closely you can see feathers on its beak and in it the talons.
I was not in the best position, considering the sun location, but as I have been saying a lot lately, "I shoot them where I find them!"
I love the colours on their shoulders. These are the best that I have been able to capture in quite a while.
Enough of the distractions, it was off to find an owl or two, or so I thought. After an hour and a half of trudging around I decided to pay attention to my objecting leg and head home. The only shots I took in that time were of these Chickadees.You just gotta love these these little fellas!
On my way out of the park I stopped and took a little stroll looking for another opportunity with the Waxwings, or maybe even the Hawk. All I could find was this little fuzzy guy, not my usual target.
Tomorrow I am headed out with Matt, a buddy that I worked with for a couple of years. He has never seen a Snowy Owl. Do you think I will be able to find him one?
Turbo
Your waxwings are beautiful!! I love the chickadees too.
ReplyDeleteI hope your knee is feeling better before your next outing
LT