The return of Quick Posts

I’ve got a big backlog of pictures. I think the best way to clear them is with a few quick posts, so…here we go.

The Song Sparrow can be rather an ordinary-looking bird, but there are times and poses when one stands out. A little bit of decorating, courtesy of the most recent high water in the settling pond helps frame it nicely.

Over the past few months I’ve tried to take pictures of an Eastern Phoebe that show off its plumage. Problem is, it’s quite contrast-y and some aspects will fade, or stand out too strongly, depending on the light. Over the past couple of days, I’ve taken pictures that do the species justice. Of course, it takes two pictures to show if off properly.

I’ve got hundreds of pictures of Great Blue Herons, yet I keep taking more. This one flew over me while I was on the pier. As it flew, it had its neck extended which reminded me of watching Sandhill Cranes. I noted where it landed and it was still there when I got to the other side of the pond. Not a 100% clear view, but I like the effect.