Yesterday was extremely blustery and rainy. We lost power for a couple of hours mid-day. You'd think with poor weather, I'd have more stitching to show than this border.
But even when it rains, I try to spend a bit of time outside.
I was reward with this V of Canada Geese.
I'm trying to improve the quality of my 'in flight' photos.
I still have a pair of Hairy Woodpeckers visiting.
This is the female.
And here's the male with the bright red 'v' on the back of his head.
I love how high up his legs are while his body rests lower down, and he uses his tail feathers as a prop.
Early in the fall I had four or five Acorn Woodpeckers, but for the last little while, all that I've seen are this pair.
I do have female Red-Shafted Northern Flickers...
...as well as males. Once again they make use of their strong, stiff tail feathers as a prop - and look how high up their feet are as a counter-balance.
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Lovely photos x
All those great birds make a bit of time outside well worth it. I have heard that spending just a bit of time outside in the winter, helps deal with SAD. I never had a problem with Seasonal Affective Disorder but I do love just a bit of time outside everyday. We are getting drenched today so no outdoors at all today.However, I did enjoy my volunteer time at the school.
They certainly are quite acrobatic! Beautiful birding pix as usual. Enjoy your weekend (with power)!
Lovely photos of the birds. They are a joy to see aren't they? I spotted a bird of prey in my garden the other day but didn't have time to get my zoom lens on my camera before it flew away!
Love how you've caught the V on that male Hairy Woodpecker. That is very hard to do. Wonderful.
Beautiful pictures. Your in flight pictures of the geese look great.
I'm liking the new pink stitching! As I read about your woodpeckers, I looked out my window and had two on the suet feeders at that particular moment! Deja vu! I look forward to seeing more Flickers this year! Hugs!
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