After a long dry spell for birds on Antelope Island today I was surprised to photograph this Mountain Chickadee, a bird I didn’t expect to see on the island.
Mountain Chickadee Surprise – Nikon D810, f16, 1/400, ISO 500, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light, not baited
I checked eBird.org and saw that there have been other reports of Mountain Chickadees there but it was certainly the first one I have found and pointed out on the island.
The chickadee was so close I had to go to f16 hoping to get the enough depth of field. This Mountain Chickadee was hanging out with a flock of sparrows and I might not have noticed it if it hadn’t called. At first it was hidden in a sagebrush but then it popped right up on top.
What a wonderful surprise!
Life is good.
Mia
Click here to see more of my Mountain Chickadee photos plus facts and information about this species.
Hi! What a great photo! I’m sure it was a special surprise! I still don’t have any birds at my feeder? It has been crazy weather here in Va. So I guess they still have a enough wild seeds? Have a wonderful day shooting!
Mia, what a nice surprise! I love moments like that-the pure joy and utter delight of something unexpected!
SUCH a cutie. Thank you.
I was curious about your depth of field the moment that I saw your photo. thanks for mentioning that. Nice capture!
It is great when you cross paths with unexpected visitor!
Cute chickadee, great shot!
Very pleasant surprise and beautiful image Mia. Thanks!