Thursday, January 29, 2009

Dirty Birds!

Finding this tiny stream was like finding gold. With the temperatures well below freezing for weeks, finding a fresh water source is tough for the birds. This spot was like a magnet, bringing in cardinals, sparrows, juncos, and even a flicker. Here's what I captured yesterday under clear blue skies:















8 comments:

Kim said...

What wonderful photos. I can't get over the fact that they were bathing in the water with it being as cold as it is. They look like they are having a blast out there.

Richard said...

Guess you can call them "Polar Birds". I'm cold now.

Shelley said...

I think one of the most lovliest bird scenes I've ever seen! Love seeing them bathe & drink together and it looks like they didn't mind the sparrow joining them. I think these should be notecards too!!

Don and Sher said...

Great shots, I guess not to many heated birdbaths out there.
Don

Dawn Fine said...

I love this bird bathing series...
Great captures...water droplets and all...
you must have one super camera.

Marsha said...

What beautiful photos! I love the natural stream and the male splish splashing! You find the best things.

Gardener's Garden said...

These are some of the most beautiful winter water shots I've ever seen.

jalynn01 said...

These are beautiful pictures. I have to admit though, it made me shiver to see bathing in water with snow all around!! brrrrrrr