Hey, it’s a Sandpiper

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This photo goes back to our 2015 trip to Hawaii. This shorebird is a Buff-breasted Snadpiper. I photographed her on Waikiki beach (on a beautiful, warm day😳).

In the 1920’s, this bird was nearly extinct. I don’t know about you, but I think this is a cool looking bird, and I am glad they are still around.

~ Rick

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Let’s make some noise

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I took this photo of this Red-Winged Black Bird in May of 2015. I was taking photos of a friend at Charleston Falls Preserve. The colors are great, especially the greens. That makes me anxious for spring. That is right around the corner, right? 

The bird .. well, just making some noise!  

~ Rick  

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A Cardinal proposal?

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Well, she does not seem to be as interested as he is. I took this photo about 4 years ago. I have been back to this location many times, and I think I have seen the happy couple. They have both matured and they seem to be happy 😊 .  

~ Rick  

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Strutting it’s stuff ...

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We had to stop at Wal-Mart in St George to get a couple of personal items. The parking lot was full of cars .. and birds. This guy was nearby, so I took a couple photos.

I loved how he struts. I assume it’s a male .. maybe it’s a strutting female. Perhaps it’s his large feet that makes it so unique. I am sure having a hard time figuring how what it is. I was convinced it was a Black Tern, but I’ve change my mind. The colors are not right. Let me know if you have any ideas. 

The GIF below is my  attempt to capture the strut:).  

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~ Rick

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Ladder-backed Woodpecker ..

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This Ladder-backed Woodpecker was working on the trees along the Miami River.  I could hear her for a mile, it just took me some time to find her.

Sometimes you have to invest in the search, but it’s worth it.

~ Rick  

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