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Related: About this forumCatching the Light on Bluebird Lane
I got lucky!
In the following ways--
two birds
both faces in view
stayed there long enough to focus
no leaves blocking them
not robins, bluejays, mockingbirds or sparrows (had enough of them)
bluebirds!
one with really ruffled feathers (makes detail stand out)
chirping
some light shining on them..........through the trees!!
And a backlit, negative space bluebird photo!
For more photos and text see my blog--
http://fotofilings.blogspot.com/2012/08/catching-light-on-bluebird-lane.html
NV Whino
(20,886 posts)I have four little blue birds that frequent my bird bath. Haven't been able to catch them yet. They're so polite, all four sharing the bath at the same time and gently splish splashing. Unlike the blue jays who hog it and splash it dry.
Celebration
(15,812 posts)If every single person was aware that there is a difference between bluebirds and bluejays!! Some people think all blue birds are bluebirds. :
Major Nikon
(36,814 posts)It's rare to catch a pair together like that.
Celebration
(15,812 posts)In general, I just like birds. But bluebirds are special. I love bluebirds.
Major Nikon
(36,814 posts)Some years I don't get a pair to move in. This year I got two clutches of chicks. I love to sit out in the backyard and watch them work.
Solly Mack
(90,740 posts)Well, so is the western bluebird but I prefer the eastern bluebird.
Nice shots!
Celebration
(15,812 posts)I don't remember ever seeing a western bluebird. Need to look for one on vacation sometime.
Solly Mack
(90,740 posts)I grew up around the eastern bluebird, that's probably why I like it better. The mountain bluebird is also beautiful.