Summer Tanager
Jun 27, 2015 20:06:13 #
I've been hoping to photograph some scarlet tanagers, but as yet, I've never seen one. So I was pleasantly surprised when this male summer tanager showed up in front of my house. This is the first year I've seen this bird, and it is very skittish. I've only been able to shoot him through the window.
Jun 27, 2015 20:11:59 #
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Jun 27, 2015 20:17:14 #
Great shots ! I only seen one in all my 70 years and your photos bring back memories of that beautiful summer day.
Jun 27, 2015 20:18:20 #
Sugar'sDaddy wrote:
I've been hoping to photograph some scarlet tanagers, but as yet, I've never seen one. So I was pleasantly surprised when this male summer tanager showed up in front of my house. This is the first year I've seen this bird, and it is very skittish. I've only been able to shoot him through the window.
Donnie I always enjoy your photos but thank you especially for this one. I have never seen this bird. It's beautiful and you captured it so well.
Jun 27, 2015 20:19:21 #
dragonswing wrote:
Second picture looks like he is giving you the eye!!
Yes, and just as soon as he sees me, he is gone. Thanks for viewing.
Jun 27, 2015 20:21:39 #
MattPhox wrote:
Nice shots. This looks like a very stern bird to me.
Thank you Matt. That expression does look rather serious.
Jun 27, 2015 20:25:28 #
IBIJC wrote:
Great shots ! I only seen one in all my 70 years and your photos bring back memories of that beautiful summer day.
Thank you very much IBIJC. That makes me feel good to bring back a memory for you. I guess we have something in common. This is my first and I'm 70 also.
Jun 27, 2015 20:29:35 #
Jun 27, 2015 20:34:36 #
cmc65 wrote:
Donnie I always enjoy your photos but thank you especially for this one. I have never seen this bird. It's beautiful and you captured it so well.
Thank so much cmc65. I'm so glad you liked them. That is such a great thing about this site, sharing information and photos. While I still consider myself a beginner, I've enjoyed and have been in awe of the work I've seen here, and also gained so much by reading others posts. I really appreciate you looking in and commenting.
Jun 27, 2015 20:37:34 #
ebbote wrote:
Good shots Donnie.
Thank you Earnest. I can always count on you for commenting on my work. :D
Jun 27, 2015 22:02:20 #
Donnie your background brings out the red so very well... These guys are a true delight and I love to hear their beautiful notes!
Jun 27, 2015 22:53:18 #
FrodoBaggins wrote:
Donnie your background brings out the red so very well... These guys are a true delight and I love to hear their beautiful notes!
Thank you for the very nice compliment. I haven't been able to hear him sing yet. I've only had a few glimpses of him, and lucky to get a few shots off. He disappears before I can get the door open. Hopefully he will return and sing for me.
Jun 27, 2015 23:44:48 #
Sugar'sDaddy wrote:
Thank you for the very nice compliment. I haven't been able to hear him sing yet. I've only had a few glimpses of him, and lucky to get a few shots off. He disappears before I can get the door open. Hopefully he will return and sing for me.
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Jun 28, 2015 01:53:54 #
Excellent captures, love the pose in #2, very pretty bird. :thumbup: :-)
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