On hike #10 at Blue Run Park in Dunnellon, FL we saw an elusive Wood Thrush.
It’s the first one we’ve seen here in Florida.
We get so excited to see a bird we’ve never seen here before!
It was down in the brush but it stayed put long enough to get a few pics.
One more! (and thanks hubby for some of these close ups!)
Then later we saw a Yellow-Rumped Warbler from the back!
That was an easy ID!
Then last night I ‘spotted’ this Northern Flicker high up in a tree.
I only got two photos before it flew.
Have you spotted anything unusual this week?
I’m joining Saturday’s critters HERE
and I’d Rather B Birdin’.
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42 comments:
Hello, these are all wonderful birds. The Thrush is a beauty! I like the cute Yellow-rump warblers and the Flickers too. Great series of photos.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Thanks so much for your comment and visit. Happy Saturday, enjoy your weekend!
You guys got some wonderful shots!
It is amazing how well birds can blend into their environment. I guess God planned it that way!:) I saw some daffodils blooming here yesterday and it really lifted my spirits. Spring is on the way.
Great bird photos! I especially like the Wood Thrush and the Flicker.
I looked in my bird book to see what a Yellow-Rumped Warbler looks like from the front and side - I might not be as lucky as you to get an easy ID!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Great sightings! Nothing but rain here, and I've had bronchitis for over a week and unable to get out. Hopefully soon.
Wonderful photos. I love bird watching, but I haven't seen anything out of the ordinary lately.
Wonderful series of beautiful bird photos ~ love that little one with the yellow rump ~ what a fun adventure you both!
Happy Weekend to you,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Excellent clicking!!
such amazing photos, professional ,, wow,, you are such a talent.
Fabulous photos!
The way your bird photos turn out amazes me, they are clear and colorful.
What a fun discovery, Diane! That's a treat -- and wonderful photos to prove your good sighting! Three cheers for you!
What a handsome little fellow Mr. Wood Thrush is!
Lots of bird sounds, but no sightings. Great photos. xo Laura
Beautiful. I want your camera!
The only unusual things I spot are those that I see in your blogs!! Love these photos and the information you share!
Great bird series. The pictures are so crisp and clear.
What sweet birds!
That thrush certainly has some personality ... looks like he is giving you a little bit of an 'evil eye'! Out here, the animals are hunkered down since it is snowing non-stop. Due to get 6 - 12 inches!!!
Great bird photos--love all of them--
and yes I did get some different photos myself this week--at a Farmers Mkt--
and one of a very hairy top hat chicken--his hair on the top of his head was sooo long that he kept shaking his head to see where he was going--(or she??)
the photo did not come really well--but is in my Di's workbasket site--
happy photo hunting this week--di
That 1st thrush image is picture post card perfect Diane!
Thanks so much for linking in this week ... all of us birders at I'd Rather B Birdin' appreciates your participation!
Diane, I love that pretty little thrush. The warbler was unusual. We have the flickers here too. It was fun to see your birds today. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
Amazing. Just amazing!
Jane x
Fun shots! You and your hubby make a good team!
that first little bird is just plain old adorable. all the birds are great shots. i just read your about me story and enjoyed finding out about you. and that you have a lighthouse inside you home. LOL... you are centrally located and only an hour or so from each coast. and enjoying life. nothing better in our wonderful weather. i just heard the weather guy say in a few days we will be having record heat. oh no on that
I am always amazed by your wildlife shots...especially the birds.
I've chased a thrush for days, but he is too illusive. I had to laugh at the warbler. He wanted to make sure you were able to identify him. :)
Yes, I did spot something unusual this week.....Annie left me a little surprise on my kitchen floor! LOL! I love the wood thrush...what a cutie! Great pictures!
That sweet little Wood Thrush is so cute with its long legs. And the Yellow Warbler is a pretty one too. Haven't seen anything unusual lately. It's still very cold here, and the birds should be coming around soon. Oh, I DID notice the pink blossom trees already coming out in my town. : )
Have a lovely week ahead, Diane.
~Sheri
I always enjoy seeing photos from your walks, Diane. I did spot something unusual here yesterday afternoon briefly..... the sun!
Wonderful photos! Awesome wood thrush and yellow rumped warbler! Love the flicker too.
Great photos. I really like the little thrush. No unusual birds this week but I'm hoping to see a few more birds as it slowly inches closer to spring.
Super photos. Looks like a beautiful walk.
Such beautiful birds, Diane! I have mainly seen the usual magpies, blackbirds, and cute little chickadees this winter. I was excited to see a redheaded downy woodpecker for a few moments this week.
Always enjoy seeing your bird posts. I see you're reading Elly Griffiths. I discovered her books last year and really enjoy them. Have a great weekend!
Oh, what lovely pictures! I so enjoyed seeing the sweet birds. And I have to tell you that I LOVE your header!
Hugs to you!
Beautiful photos, Diane! We did see some spectacular sights along the shore this weekend.
I think we have the Wod trush in Sweden A nice little bird, but shy.
Loeve the flicker which we don´t have :(
So sweet ...have a Nice week love Ria x ❤️
Beautiful closeups! I love seeing Yellow-Rumped Warblers.
I have never seen a Wood Thrush down here in south Florida. I'm sure that some come through or fly over us at night, but will keep my eyes open this spring.
Wow! I'm grateful to see your pictures and must confess a little envious! Wonderful. (And the easy ID pic of the warbler made me laugh!)
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