Photography featuring Maine's various natural habitat and wildlife; from the rocky coast to the inland rivers, lakes and mountains.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Another Chickadee.....
I took the top photograph shortly after photographing the squirrel from yesterdays post. I've included a photo I took last summer to show the comparison of how chickadees puff up their feathers when it's cold to help keep warm.
I love these little birds a lot! That second one looks like it just had a bath. I've been trying to find someone who can show the difference between the Black-capped and the Carolina Chickadees, but I bet you don't get Carolinas, do you?
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I live in Lewiston, Maine and have for most of my life. I've always had an interest in nature; as a kid I read books by Edwin Way Teal, Rachael Carson, among others, and I used to love studying the Golden Nature Guides. When I got into photography it was natural for me to take pictures of the natural world. A few years ago I got into kayaking and that allowed me to get to places I would never be able to by hiking and of course this gives me more photography oppurtunities. I realized years ago you don't have to travel to exotic locations to get good photographs. I have to admit I'm lucky to be living in a beautiful state with a lot of natural diversity, but I've taken good pictures right in my own back yard and neighborhood.
8 comments:
You can never have too many Chickadees John. Beautiful!
I agree...never too many of these little guys! A very crisp shot! Well Done!
I'm so glad you are enjoying your feeder.
Very sweet chickadee photos!
Brrr...It's cold out there. I'm always impessed on how they can survive cold temperatures with just what God gave them.
I love these little birds a lot! That second one looks like it just had a bath. I've been trying to find someone who can show the difference between the Black-capped and the Carolina Chickadees, but I bet you don't get Carolinas, do you?
Goodness knows I wouldn't wish cold weather on anyone, however I do like the look of a chubby Chickadee.
Awwww! He's such a cutie! Excellent shots as usual.
:-)
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