Saturday, May 31, 2014

Nose Dives, Nibbles, And Perhaps A Nap

 
 
Male (Driller), and female (Dainty), Baltimore Orioles
 
You can see a couple more oriole shots here, that I posted at the beginning of the week.
 
 
 
Grey squirrel (Patches), obviously a new mom.

Taking a break from the kits. She is in the process of shedding her winter fur. She will look sleek and beautiful when her summer coat grows in.
 
 
sharing with...
CAMERA CRITTERS - SATURDAY'S CRITTERS -  I'D RATHER B BIRDIN'   
 THE WEEKLY TOP SHOT - MOSAIC MONDAY- MANDARIN ORANGE MONDAY
 
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50 comments:

  1. DebbieMay 31, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    oh karen, what a wonderful group of images!! my oriole has left, i have not seen her in about a week, i am so happy she deceided to spend the winter with me. but i miss her!!

    do you always have orioles in the summer?? yours are beautiful, it is a lot of work keeping up with their food needs. my girl prefered grape jelly and only ate the orange if there was no jelly!!

    poor patches, she has no idea what she has gotten herself in to!!!

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  2. TexWisGirlMay 31, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    poor mama squirrel! exhausted, no doubt! love the oriole pair (and i know you love having them!)

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  3. Adam JonesMay 31, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    I really love the Orioles. Fantastic birds and colours.

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  4. PatMay 31, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    Beautiful shots of the Oriole. Still no Oriole for me. Poor mama squirrel looks really tired.

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  5. lina@a happy familyMay 31, 2014 at 10:51 AM

    Pretty birds. I agree, Mama Grey looks tired.

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  6. ElaMay 31, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    Very beautiful birds and their colors is wonderful :)
    I love photos of your squirrel :)
    Have a great weekend !

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  7. MuffieMay 31, 2014 at 10:59 AM

    Those orioles are spectacular -- you amaze me how you get the perfect shot every time! OK -- you know I don't like squirrels, but she's a cutie.

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  8. Brian KingMay 31, 2014 at 11:00 AM

    Gorgeous photos of the oriole! The tree rat definitely looks worn out!

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  9. Linda W.May 31, 2014 at 11:03 AM

    Your last squirrel photo made me laugh! Good capture.

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  10. MersadMay 31, 2014 at 11:06 AM

    The last one is really hilarious! Amazing shots!

    Mersad
    Mersad Donko Photography

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  11. Bob BushellMay 31, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    Beautiful images and mother shedding its coat, fantastic.

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  12. eileeninmdMay 31, 2014 at 11:50 AM

    Gorgeous Orioles and awesome photos. They are a pretty sight to see at your feeders. Thank you for linking up with my critter party. Have a happy weekend!

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  13. Sylvia KMay 31, 2014 at 11:50 AM

    Ah, yes, those busy squirrels!! My three are doing the same and looking a tad ragged as they loose their coats!! I do love that colorful bird and your captures are superb as always, Karen!! Hope you have a lovely weekend!!

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  14. Pamela GordonMay 31, 2014 at 11:59 AM

    Beautiful Oriel shots and I've never seen a "new mom" squirrel before. Enjoy the weekend!

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  15. Margaret Birding For PleasureMay 31, 2014 at 12:29 PM

    Hi Karen Stunning Oriole shots and I don't think that Squirrel is napping just resting! Are you brave enough to cross the bridge today with me? Have a wonderful weekend.

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  16. Tina Fariss BarbourMay 31, 2014 at 12:30 PM

    The photos of the orioles are amazing! I love seeing them cling to the rod so gracefully while they eat.

    I would love to see more squirrels around here. They left last fall because we had so few acorns, and I've seen very few this spring.

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  17. StephanieMay 31, 2014 at 12:41 PM

    Fabulous shots on the Oriole with the orange. Love the squirrel shots too.

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  18. RajeshMay 31, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    Very cute little bird. Love its color.

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  19. UnknownMay 31, 2014 at 2:18 PM

    The orioles are gorgeous! Poor squirrel, everyone needs a break from the kids once in a while.

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  20. carol l mckennaMay 31, 2014 at 3:21 PM

    Wonderful action photo shots of the critters and beautiful colors ~ for CC ~ xoxo

    artmusedog and carol (A CreativeHarbor)

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  21. RedPatMay 31, 2014 at 4:02 PM

    What a great idea to put an orange out! Poor exhausted squirrel! ;-)

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  22. Elephant's ChildMay 31, 2014 at 4:13 PM

    Thank you Karen. I needed to see this restorative beauty today. Heart healing magic.

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  23. FABMay 31, 2014 at 4:16 PM

    Superb images of the orange Orioles.

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  24. sunshineMay 31, 2014 at 4:29 PM

    The bird photos looks like art, a great color combination.

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  25. Connie SmileyMay 31, 2014 at 5:02 PM

    Fantastic shots of the Orioles! Now I have to get one of those contraptions!

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  26. Rambling WoodsMay 31, 2014 at 5:36 PM

    My friend told me that squirrels are very good moms...

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  27. DeniseinVAMay 31, 2014 at 7:19 PM

    Oh my, oh my, oh my! These photos are fabulous! I sort of feel like those squirrels right now ;)

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  28. Carole M.May 31, 2014 at 7:37 PM

    gosh Karen, those Orioles are a KNOCKOUT

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  29. AnonymousMay 31, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    Incredibly beautiful!

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  30. CarlettaJune 1, 2014 at 1:13 AM

    They are gorgeous and quite the acrobats!
    Momma squirrel probably deserves her stretching break.

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  31. Sallie (FullTime-Life)June 1, 2014 at 2:06 AM

    Mom Squirrel looks exhausted -- she needed that break!

    But the Oriole pictures are absolutely .... I can't even think of a word worthy of these pictures. They are amazing. Incredible .... they are so beautiful and you are such a good photographer.

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  32. orchid0324June 1, 2014 at 2:21 AM

    Oh yes, I remember fascination for the picture of Oriole with orange♡♡♡ Great picture, isn't it!!!
    The mom squirrel sure look needing the rest and I thought come come and spring♪♪♪

    Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*

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  33. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentJune 1, 2014 at 3:45 AM

    Beautiful and fun photos. I never knew what an Oriole was having only heard of them in an old son. They are very pretty.

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  34. Stewart MJune 1, 2014 at 4:28 AM

    The half winter, half summer coat is not a good look! Funny, but not good!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  35. Anni June 1, 2014 at 8:03 AM

    NOSE Dive indeed! Such clarity in your bird photos! I love 'em.

    Also, the squirrels, so darned cute.

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  36. UnknownJune 1, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Great oriole shots and mom looks tired. Boom, Bobbi and Gary.

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  37. EG CameraGirlJune 1, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    I love how you capture critters in such amazing poses, Karen!

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  38. Phil SladeJune 1, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    Great thinking Karen. An orange sucking an orange I like. Super shots again.

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  39. Lisa GordonJune 1, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    "Someone" seems VERY happy with that orange, Karen! Love your photographs.

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  40. David M. Gascoigne,June 1, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    I have always found oranges to be a sure fire way to attract Baltimore Orioles.

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  41. Icy BCJune 2, 2014 at 7:00 AM

    All fantastic shots, Karen!
    I love your oriole photos, and also like the last one of the squirrel! Looks like she needed to take a really long break :-)

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  42. RoanJune 2, 2014 at 7:10 AM

    Now that's a good shot of an oriole! I'll have to try putting an orange out.

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  43. Kenneth Cole SchneiderJune 2, 2014 at 9:29 AM

    Splendid set of oriole images! Poor mama squirrel looks wiped out. She will certainly be happier in her new coat!

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  44. Kim@stuffcould....June 2, 2014 at 11:32 AM

    Like the squirrel looks so comfy.....and the bird sure likes the food :)

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  45. Gail DixonJune 2, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    You are so blessed to have the orioles. I tried for them last year, putting out jelly and fruit. No dice. I'm glad you gave an explanation of the squirrel's patchiness...I was concerned.

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  46. AndyJune 2, 2014 at 4:26 PM

    The colours are really popping in the oriole shot.

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  47. HannahJune 2, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    I love orioles, so great to see your beautiful shots, the only time I've seen one was when my Mulberry tree had berries in San Diego.

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  48. A Colorful WorldJune 3, 2014 at 7:01 PM

    Fantastic photos! I think orioles are so gorgeous!

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  49. LindaJune 3, 2014 at 10:09 PM

    I tried an oriole feeder but all it attracted was ants... and one very determined squirrel!

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  50. Les...June 4, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    wonderful pics! love those beautiful little orioles, what a bright splash they make! *VBS*

    as for poor mama squirrel, she was sure having a bad hair day and looking beat! *LOL*

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