Monday, March 4, 2013

A Junco Lands

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Landing

Whew...I made it!

Shall I sing for you now?

The Dark-eyed Junco is a medium-sized sparrow with a rounded head, a short, stout bill and a fairly long, conspicuous tail. Juncos vary across the country, but in general they’re dark gray or brown birds brightened up by a pink bill and white outer tail feathers that periodically flash open, particularly in flight.

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48 comments:

  1. Janet MartinMarch 4, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    Thank-you for honoring the junco today. They bring me smiles all winter long:) Your photos are stunning!

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  2. Sylvia KMarch 4, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    You do get the most terrific shots of the birds in your world, Karen!! I love this little guy and I think you understood exactly what he was saying! Thanks for sharing! Have a great start for your week!

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  3. TexWisGirlMarch 4, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    he is adorable! love that you caught the snow spray!

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  4. LeoviMarch 4, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Yes, all three are wonderful, good photos!

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  5. DebbieMarch 4, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Our winter "snow" bird, you captured him perfectly!

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  6. RedPatMarch 4, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    They are such fun to watch all winter!

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  7. Lois EvensenMarch 4, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    Nice. What a pretty fellow. Friendly, too. :)

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  8. Gail DixonMarch 4, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Karen, these are perfect! Each one. Beautiful focus and composition. I finally had one in my yard last week, but the light was poor so my shots didn't come out. They are such cuties!

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  9. theconstantwalkerMarch 4, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Wonderful images of your lovel little birds... many thanks for sharing.

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  10. Felisol March 4, 2013 at 4:14 PM

    You're a wonderful mix of technique and art. Your bird pictures are magnificent.

    I think about the song, "His eye is on the sparrow, and I know he watches me."

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  11. EG CameraGirlMarch 4, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    Juncos are so darn cute! I do love them!

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  12. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    Great shots!! Nice to see them moving. Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  13. Les...March 4, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    nice landing !!! *VBS*

    great pics, love that junko! *S*

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  14. AnonymousMarch 4, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful


    robert geiß

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  15. eileeninmdMarch 4, 2013 at 6:00 PM

    Karen, cute shots of the Junco! Have a happy week!

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  16. mickMarch 4, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Great photos of the Junco and the one with it landing is fantastic!

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  17. Brian KingMarch 4, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Gorgeous shots and great catch light!

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  18. Fun60March 4, 2013 at 7:13 PM

    I have no idea how you managed it but what a great shot.

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  19. Buttons ThoughtsMarch 4, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Oh I love these little birds. B

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  20. ElisaMarch 4, 2013 at 8:06 PM

    I find so difficult to take pictures of birds! Well done!
    So so cute!
    Greetings from Argentina
    Elisa

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  21. Elephant's ChildMarch 4, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    That is an enchanting, alert little bird. Thank you.

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  22. SandyCarlsonMarch 4, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    The birds stance is so gentle and light!

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  23. Sallie (FullTime-Life)March 4, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    He's a little beauty! We had juncos in our yard in Oregon (before we sold the house) but now that I think of it, I haven't seen one lately when we're there in the summers. Wonder why. Great pictures.

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  24. CarlettaMarch 4, 2013 at 11:32 PM

    But did he stick the landing with that spray of snow? :)
    Wonderfully crisp and detailed shots of a lovely little bird!

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  25. AnonymousMarch 4, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    Fabulous shots!

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  26. AnnaMarch 5, 2013 at 3:41 AM

    :)))) Such a beautiful series, Karen!
    Love it and well done...
    Warm greetings from Holland,
    Anna :))

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  27. LifeRamblingsMarch 5, 2013 at 3:59 AM

    your photos are so wonderfully composed.

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  28. Anni March 5, 2013 at 4:50 AM

    Very pretty images of the Junco!!! Enjoyed them very much.

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  29. Stewart MMarch 5, 2013 at 5:30 AM

    Wonderfully sharp images!

    I think the typical Australian cricket fan may be a little bit absent for a while - team doing badly in India.

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  30. magiceyeMarch 5, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Superb series of images!!

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  31. CarverMarch 5, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    Great shots of the junco. They are such sweet little birds.

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  32. Tamar SBMarch 5, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    And he sticks the landing! Great shots!

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  33. HansHBMarch 5, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    Lovely photo of this cute bird!

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  34. Kenneth Cole SchneiderMarch 5, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    Nice action shot. I like the way his eyes stand out. I often lose them in the dark plumage.

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  35. Kerri FarleyMarch 5, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    FABULOUS! Love that "dust up" from the landing :)

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  36. Phil SladeMarch 5, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Super Sharp Shots there Karen. Really nice work.

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  37. Focusing on LifeMarch 5, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    He is so cute, great shots!

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  38. agreenearthMarch 5, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    What beautiful images, but how cold it looks.

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  39. LeoraMarch 5, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    "Shall I sing for you now?" perfect caption for a beautiful bird

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  40. Vores haveMarch 6, 2013 at 1:54 AM

    Nice pictures you show :) Hanne Bente

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  41. IndraniMarch 6, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Nice capture of splash of snow in the first shot. Clear captures, well taken.

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  42. AnonymousMarch 6, 2013 at 12:58 PM

    Beautiful pictures. I love seeing him in the snow.

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  43. LauraMarch 6, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    adorable Karen!

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  44. Rambling WoodsMarch 7, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    The clarity of these photos is amazing. And I am still hosting some of these little visitors.. Thank you for linking in Karen.. Michelle

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  45. Ms. BeckyMarch 7, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    I love the landing shot. these are excellent captures, and he's a cutie. happy weekend to you Karen.

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  46. AnonymousMarch 8, 2013 at 1:17 AM

    Great shots. I love these little birds and look forward to their winter visits. Only one came this winter, normally we'll have a flock of a dozen or so.

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  47. Jenn JilksMarch 10, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    You must be so proud! What a lovely set of shots!
    Cheers from Cottage Country!

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  48. MeMarch 10, 2013 at 7:51 PM

    Great series of shots. Junko`s are so sweet.

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