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:















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8 comments:

  1. KimJanuary 29, 2009 at 8:23 AM

    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.

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  2. RichardJanuary 29, 2009 at 8:53 AM

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

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  3. ShelleyJanuary 29, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    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!!

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  4. Don and SherJanuary 29, 2009 at 12:04 PM

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

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  5. Dawn FineJanuary 29, 2009 at 3:30 PM

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

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  6. MarshaJanuary 29, 2009 at 7:21 PM

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

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  7. Gardener's GardenJanuary 30, 2009 at 2:36 AM

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

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  8. jalynn01January 30, 2009 at 6:35 PM

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

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