Gray Catbird (Local, North + Central America)
Gray Catbird: Never underestimate the power of body language.
Tag: bird
Nature’s Admonitions, via the Canada Goose (Local Lake’s Gift (North America))
We need no plane to enjoy the exotic — this one, as close as a nearby lake. Like most of Nature, he provides a silent yet efficient sermon.
Northern Mockingbird, ‘Tude Dude (Local, North America)
Homie, don’t be shooting me no dang Evil Eye. I ain’t ascared of u; u AIN’T all dat!
Tufted Titmouse (Local, North America) – The Determined One
Here, the featured image reflects a munchkin bird determined to enjoy a peanut “too big” to handle. No fear. All heart. He met his goal, because he not only tried; he refused to quit.
Temminck’s Tragopan Pheasant (Asia) – Orange EyeCandy
If you think the coloring qualifies as mesmerizing, check out the video for Temmy’s rap, i.e. courtship display.
Coscoroba Swan (South America)
The smallest of waterfowl categorized as “swan,” the Coscoroba begs for a Hoity-Toity designation.
Smew Duck (Eurasia) – the Patience Inducer
Snapped @ Sylvan Heights Bird Park, Scotland Neck, NC, an image YEARS in the making.
Victoria Crowned Pigeon (New Guinea) — the LoudMouth
Bringing new meaning to *snazzy, * the Victoria Crowned Pigeon puts American pigeons to shame. At least, visually.
White-Headed Duck, male (Africa) — 😢 Endangered
Call him Zoom Dude. I've relished the blessing of observing many a bird / duck, but THIS guy personifies uniqueness in two ways.
Brown-Headed Nuthatch (Local, Southeastern USA)
Think rubberduck squeakiness, the main aural clue when this little cutie lurks nearby.
Parakeet / Budgie, male (Australia)
My homie loves to tease: “girlFriend, you ain’t in Chapel Hill for me. You came to hang out with ‘LilMan.’ “
Eastern BlueBird. (Local, North America) – cuz they delight
Lesson Learned: ya nevah(!) know where or when a little feathered buddy will appear.
American Goldfinch (Local, North America)
American Goldfinch, snapped @ home in NC. “A day without a smile is a day wasted.”
African Penguin (South Africa)
African Penguin. Snapped @ The National Aviary, Pittsburgh, PA. (Covering momma Pam’s booTay.)
Crested (Southern) Screamer (South America)
Crested / Southern Screamer (South America). Snapped @ Sylvan Heights Bird Park Scotland Neck, North Carolina.