I stalked several red wing blackbirds at the celery fields recently in hopes of capturing a photo to show you that, yes indeed, they do have red on their wing. Ta-dah! The red is quite noticeable when they're in flight, but capturing such a photo proved to be elusive on this venture. I was just happy this guy remained still long enough for me to get this picture.
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Not heard of this bird before, we have plenty of blackbirds here in Yorkshire but no red wings. I was out yesterday trying to get a photo of a robin but with my 70-200it is just not big enough, unless I can get much closer.
I love your red wing blackbirds: I first saw them in California and was blown away. Much jollier than our funereal blackbirds but ours do have bright yellow beaks, at least the males do and our have a wonderful song.
Red & gold, like little officers. :)
You have a good eye. We are getting over ran with grackles, I think. There are thousands of them, mostly at intersections and power poles.
Great shot. They certainly don't like to pose, do they!
I LOVE red wing blackbirds. They can often be seen snapping up bugs around the rice fields in the part of Texas where I grew up. Fantastic shot.
When they arrive back up north - that is springtime! Love to hear their song.
A little beauty and a great background.
You got it! Persistence pays off.
I love these birds! Your patience paid off. :)
Oh well done SRQ, it's such a buzz when you manage to catch these beautiful little creatures! He/she is a beauty!
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