I simply can’t resist photographing bluebirds when I see them, and this male Eastern Bluebird I had in my viewfinder yesterday was certainly no exception.

Male Eastern Bluebird on a December morning, Sebastian County, ArkansasMale Eastern Bluebird on a December morning – Canon R7, f8, 1/125, ISO 800, Canon 100-400mm at 349mm, natural light

The light was soft, the male bluebird seemed slightly sticky due to the cold temperatures, and he posed beautifully on the driftwood suet feeder stick.

It is wonderful to see, hear, and photograph these lovely bluebirds year-round here. A small flock of the bluebirds usually comes around every day to eat and drink from the birdbath.

December male Eastern Bluebird, Sebastian County, ArkansasDecember male Eastern Bluebird – Canon R7, f8, 1/125, ISO 800, +0.7 V, Canon 100-400mm at 400mm, natural light

The visiting bluebirds are a daily delight. Yesterday, I had my camera handy when they flew in, and I enjoyed observing, photographing, and listening to them.

The weather is supposed to be cloudy  and there is a chance of rain today but I’ll be looking and listening for these handsome blue thrushes despite the bad weather coming in!

Life is good.

Mia

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