Song Sparrow perched on Curly dock – Nikon D300, f7.1, 1/1250, ISO 640, Nikk0r 200-400mm VR with 1.4x TC at 400mm, natural light, not baited or called in
A few days ago while photographing some Greater Yellowlegs and Wilson’s Snipes at Farmington Bay Waterfowl Management Area a couple of Song Sparrows also found their way into my viewfinder. The sparrows were foraging along the shore of the water when this one popped up on a bent over Curly dock plant that partially hung over the water. I enjoyed the pose and the dark blue of the water at the lower right hand corner.
I have been enjoying listening to the sweet calls of the Song Sparrows, I think they are aptly named because their songs are delightful, you can listen to a few of the calls and songs here.
Life is good.
Mia
Click here to see more of my Song Sparrow photos plus facts and information about this species.
Just a really sweet photo. I love this sparrow!
Wonderful photo! — and I enjoyed hearing the songs at the link too. Thanks again Mia.
There’s nothing like the song of a sparrow to stir the soul… Nothing I love better than watching a flock of these little creatures all winter watching their frolicking and learning from their actions. This is a great pose and I love the way I can see every detail… Many thanks…
We have sparrows who spend a lot of time in a crab-apple tree near our front door. Their call is similar to your song-sparrow, and I love to hear it. It makes my heart sing.
Gorgeous bird – and thank you for the link.
Here in DC there are Song Sparrows everywhere. I have a pair who claim my backyard as theirs. Delighted to have them. However, Songsters all have their own, unique, voice. I can go a few miles away and while I can recognize the voice as that of a Songster, it sounds so different from “mine”.
Wonderful shot Mia.. !
Superb Photo!!
Superb shot!
Brilliant pose.