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SX40 Hawk

Scoutman wrote:

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Thanks, I use the Sibley, Eastern and Western,the territories overlap in Oklahoma. I have not figured out if the which Meadowlarks are eastern or western, but not a big concern. I am interested in checking out Stokes. I also use WhatBird.com. It allows you to use location and characteristics to narrow down your options. But your point makes the most sense. Getting to know the distinct characteristics of a particular bird is to know that you know. I tend to research the same bird again and again.

Oct 18, 2012 09:56:24 #

SX40 Hawk

Great shot. Beautiful.

Oct 18, 2012 09:49:43 #

SX40 Hawk

richardh76 wrote:

Carolina Wings wrote:

The lighting was terrible...had to shoot with the sun in front of me...so it's not the best shot.

What a great shot Carolina, looks like you can do well in any kind of lighting!! :thumbup: :thumbup:
Nice shot of a Red-tailed Hawk, clear, precise, detail, excellent!
Richard

I appreciate the identification, Hawks are hard for me to identify. I will use your information to sharpen my birding knowledge. Thanks.

Oct 17, 2012 16:38:05 #

photophile wrote:

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I love the scripture, but have not heard the song. God Bless you for the compliment about my ducks. I consider every bird as a blessing and a message of peace and love. Not long after I had starting photographing birds, I had gotten photos of most of the common birds, but I had not gotten the mockingbird. I had a doctor's appointment, suspecting breast cancer. I always take my camera everywhere. It was more than an hour drive to the doctor and I was looking for any birds to keep my mind off the doctor's visit. When we arrived at the office, there was a bird bath and sitting as pretty as a picture a mockingbird. He stayed long enough for a bunch of photos and a peace that only God can give.

Oct 17, 2012 16:28:25 #

Thanks for the information. I did not NOT use the manual focus by choice. I had had trouble before but it would not work at all on that particular day. Don't know if it can be fixed or must be replaced. Not sure if it is the camera or just the lens.
I had identified the birds as blue winged teal, Now I will double check.

Oct 17, 2012 13:11:51 #

Oldtool2, It is hard to get good bird photos, Yours are great. My were taken from a John Boat, you can see the water was pretty smooth. I was also using the manual focus, which I had never had to use before. The photos were also cropped to bring them in closer. I could probably think of a few more excuses, but that is good for now.
Thanks for the challenge.

Oct 17, 2012 13:02:17 #

Hi, I believe the 4th picture only are mallards and all the other are American Black Ducks. The tail feathers of the black duck is dark; the mallards have the white feathers. The under parts of the mallards are light; the black duck are dark, as seen in the flying birds. Some of my sources show the purple wing feathers, others show blue. The shape of the mallard's head is smooth, black duck is not completely circles.
I have a counter challenge. What are these ducks?? They were at our favorite fishing spot. Texoma Lake Area in Oklahoma.

Ducks in flight

Ducks taking off

Minding their own business

Sep 22, 2012 19:22:16 #

Day 264 Daily Challenge 09/20/2012 "WARNING"

Janice wrote:

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Alligators will eat whatever is handy. The alligators will notice when and where the hogs come for water. I imagine it will be a short fight for the hogs. Thanks for the compliment.

Sep 20, 2012 09:39:41 #

Day 264 Daily Challenge 09/20/2012 "WARNING"

Alligators have been relocated to southern Oklahoma lakes. Rumor has it that we have an overpopulation of wild hogs.

No Swimming, Fish at your own risk

Sep 19, 2012 09:35:11 #

Yet another day in my world

It is great to go back and see the things you loved are still there. Thanks for sharing.

Sep 19, 2012 09:21:15 #

Now I need an opinion.

I like the first photo. She is like Eve in the Garden of Eden, the leaves reveal the lower back. Photo #2, She looks guilty and is wearing fig leaves.

Sep 19, 2012 08:32:34 #

Alligator Fishing

That is a great photo. My little guy was seen Monday in the Washita River in South Central Oklahoma. He is 3 to 4 foot. We may have to find a new fishing area when he grows up. For now we will continue to fish.

First Gator in Oklahoma

Second sighting later in the day.

Sep 10, 2012 10:16:10 #

I need help identifying these birds..

4ellen4
Been away from the computer a few days,
I appreciate the advise but not sure what you mean.
Should I have shown each photo separately rather than doing the
collage? Or should I have made two challenges?
Thanks for the tip about "downloading".
Your advise was right on.

Sep 5, 2012 15:12:03 #

I need help identifying these birds..

The goldfinch does not have the pointed beak and the dark on their wings is lower.
I have been photographing birds for a few years. I still have trouble identifying especially with some of the photos I get.
I react like a kid with their first puppy when I see a new bird.
I never get over the excitement.
I do enjoy the photos and challenges. I have learned a few things also.

Sep 5, 2012 15:01:06 #

I need help identifying these birds..

Thanks, I think the first one is a female painted bunting.
The second one, The yellow warbler is in this area, and I can't find a specific difference. The bright yellow face, lighter ring around the eye. One book said is was the only warbler that had yellow in its tail. (Not white)
Checking on line at What Bird, pretty much confirms it is a female yellow warbler.
I guess I was hoping it would a bird I did not already have. but the male needs a female.
Thanks so much for everyone's help.