I am always amazed at your bird photos, Karen. I mean, ruby crowned kinglets?! They never stop! Or come out into the open. But this one looks peaceful and still, as if posing for you. Viewing the hawk take off gives me the feeling of being there in person. Thanks for that moment of blessing.
The Cooper’s hawk risked much taking off from that thorny perch! And the feather “cowlings” on the hawk’s thighs are intriguing. What purpose do they serve? Insulation? Aerodynamics?
Also, how much insulation R-value percentage gain do our little feathered friends achieve when they puff up? Ill probably spend hours trying to find an answer.
This is the problem with your photos, Karen. While they are stunningly beautiful, and that is a gift, they are also finely focused and reveal details that raise all kinds of technical questions, which is also a gift, but requires answers. Who knows these things?
Beauty and function. They can keep a mind occupied for days on wonderful things.
I'm sure there are people that know these things - or at least think they know these things! I'll look forward to hearing the answers. Thank you Switter.
Absolutely saving the Cooper's hawk pics for knitting design inspiration! She is so beautiful! I think having feathers sounds very good! Thanks for all of the close-ups of the little birds! They do my heart so much good.
Karen, Your captures in this post are enthralling to me! Your comments help me see what you see with increased understanding. I wager your custom photographer’s hand wear will be a Godsend as winter thumbs its nose at fall. One detail I need your help with, Karen. Near the end of your post today, a pair of birds with sort of grey, elongated crests appear together. A dark colored detail outlines the sides of their heads, going under their necks. A horseshoe shape almost? Wishing you all the best in this Holy season.
The sunrise, the owl, all of the photos! You have such an eye and such patience and skill. I don't always comment, but I always appreciate the moments you share. This animate planet is such a source of wonder, and you convey that with such beauty.
Gorgeous…the all orange sunrise👍❤️ and glad you have some gulls returning 😍❤️🥰👍. Like your closing… I need some healing as I’ve had a terrible head cold (no fever thankfully) this week😳🙄🤷♀️
I am always amazed at your bird photos, Karen. I mean, ruby crowned kinglets?! They never stop! Or come out into the open. But this one looks peaceful and still, as if posing for you. Viewing the hawk take off gives me the feeling of being there in person. Thanks for that moment of blessing.
Thank you Priscilla! Ruby Crowned Kinglets don't stop, except for a moment!
The Cooper’s hawk risked much taking off from that thorny perch! And the feather “cowlings” on the hawk’s thighs are intriguing. What purpose do they serve? Insulation? Aerodynamics?
Also, how much insulation R-value percentage gain do our little feathered friends achieve when they puff up? Ill probably spend hours trying to find an answer.
This is the problem with your photos, Karen. While they are stunningly beautiful, and that is a gift, they are also finely focused and reveal details that raise all kinds of technical questions, which is also a gift, but requires answers. Who knows these things?
Beauty and function. They can keep a mind occupied for days on wonderful things.
I'm sure there are people that know these things - or at least think they know these things! I'll look forward to hearing the answers. Thank you Switter.
Absolutely saving the Cooper's hawk pics for knitting design inspiration! She is so beautiful! I think having feathers sounds very good! Thanks for all of the close-ups of the little birds! They do my heart so much good.
Oh that's so cool! Cooper's hawks have great color schemes! Thank you Sandy!
are the hawks lightening their loads to be more aerodynamically free? lol
LOL - it sure seems like it. A lot of birds do that - as a photographer it's a cue they are about to take off!
Karen, Your captures in this post are enthralling to me! Your comments help me see what you see with increased understanding. I wager your custom photographer’s hand wear will be a Godsend as winter thumbs its nose at fall. One detail I need your help with, Karen. Near the end of your post today, a pair of birds with sort of grey, elongated crests appear together. A dark colored detail outlines the sides of their heads, going under their necks. A horseshoe shape almost? Wishing you all the best in this Holy season.
Thank you Gary! For your question - where were the birds (e.g. in the water, in a tree, etc.) and what size birds are you describing?
In a tree. Positioned together with the dead limb in the background. They seem about the size of Robins.
The sunrise, the owl, all of the photos! You have such an eye and such patience and skill. I don't always comment, but I always appreciate the moments you share. This animate planet is such a source of wonder, and you convey that with such beauty.
Thank you Susan! I don't always comment either but I always appreciate your posts too. I love the way you see the world.
Thank you! :)
Beauiful images Karen! Awesome capture of the Barred Owl!
Thank you Neil!
The hawk and the owl- my favorites!!!
Thank you Linda!
Gorgeous…the all orange sunrise👍❤️ and glad you have some gulls returning 😍❤️🥰👍. Like your closing… I need some healing as I’ve had a terrible head cold (no fever thankfully) this week😳🙄🤷♀️
I'm wishing you such speedy healing and all the rest you need!! Take good care of yourself! Lots of love to you.
Thx so much…feeling better today…Carmella was sent home from school yesterday with a temperature 😳☹️🤷♀️
Karen these are some of your best pictures ever! OMG the Cooper’s Hawk~!
Thank you David! Honestly couldn't believe that hawk just sat there until I was a few feet away.