Ironically, Rose-breasted Grosbeak is the only species I have ever witnessed being taken by a Peregrine Falcon. It's a stunning sight but you can't help feeling just a little sorry for the prey species.
I think the "rose" part of the name rather undersells the Rose-breasted Grosbeak. It is such an intense colour that Iwish I could think of a olour which more adequately describes it - if only for my own use.
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They are one of my favorite birds. Great shots of the Grosbeak! Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeletesoooooo exciting!! i have heard they are here but i have not seen one!!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bird and superb captures as always, Karen!! A beautiful way to start my day! Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteThat's one gorgeous bird. Too bad they don't stay!
ReplyDeletewonderful shots! we only see them occasionally in winter.
ReplyDeleteI've never seen one! He's handsome! ;-)
ReplyDeleteLovley bird and great photos ,Nette
ReplyDeleteStunning, super focus, and I wonder if he knew you were there?
ReplyDeleteThese grosbeaks are so pretty and I've never ever seen one. Nice captures Karen.
ReplyDeleteThat's a stunningly bright red chest. Lovely bird and very nice images too.
ReplyDeleteOh my heart did a somersault when I saw these images, Karen. Beautiful! Have a great day. Jo
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of a cute bird! I like the red spot on his chest.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shots Karen.
ReplyDeleteOh I never see these- very pretty!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds - love that pop of cherry red!
ReplyDeleteThis one is SO on my wish list. Maybe I will be lucky some day. Meanwhile, I have your beautiful picture.
ReplyDeleteStunning visitors. Thank you for sharing the joy.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing the Grosbeaks.
ReplyDeleteIronically, Rose-breasted Grosbeak is the only species I have ever witnessed being taken by a Peregrine Falcon. It's a stunning sight but you can't help feeling just a little sorry for the prey species.
ReplyDeletePretty bird!
ReplyDeletehe's such a little treasure with that brighter than bright red-breast. beautiful captures Karen.
ReplyDeleteI think the "rose" part of the name rather undersells the Rose-breasted Grosbeak. It is such an intense colour that Iwish I could think of a olour which more adequately describes it - if only for my own use.
ReplyDeleteHey, his cousin is at my house...LOL! Great close-ups, Karen...:)JP
ReplyDeleteWoof wonderfull captures,love much, greeting from Belgium
ReplyDeleteSame fotos my golden here but no so beautifull as yours fotos
ReplyDeleteVery good capture of the Grosbeak.
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ReplyDeletePassei para uma visita.
Suas fotos estão cada vez mais lindas!!!
Amei a primeira foto, que encanto!!!
Ótimo dia!
Beijinhos.
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sweet bird! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet little one, Karen!
ReplyDeleteLovely visitors!
ReplyDeleteI've only seen these birds from a distance!
ReplyDeleteGrosbeaks are stunners. Glad they visit your feeders! You are very fortunate!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures.
ReplyDeleteI just love the rose breasted grosbeak.🐾🐾😋
ReplyDeleteTerrific portraits of a very interesting bird *VBS*
ReplyDeleteso so pretty!!!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a great looking bird!
ReplyDeleteCheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
You lucky girl! Amazing shots. We only had one stop by a couple years ago and haven't seen him since.
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