First, I want to say Merry Christmas to all of my readers around the world. Thanks to all who take the time to comment over the years. I appreciate all of you.
Today, I just want to share with you a few images that I have captured over the past few days. The weather has been very nice here in west Texas, albeit a bit windy. But, personally, I will take mild temps and a bit of wind, over the cold winter days I remember from my childhood in Michigan.
We spent most of our time at Spring Creek and Middle Concho Parks near Lake Nasworthy. By the way, I have been accused of training these birds to pose for me. Not so. They seem to feel that I am some kind of a bird whisperer and are willing to co-operate. 🙂
One more thing, if you can click on the image, you will see some very nice enlargements, especially if you are reading this on a computer.
All photos were captured using my Canon EOS 7D Mark II with a Tamron 150-600mm super tele-zoom lens. Hand-held and photographed from my 2016 Ford Escape mobile blind.
This juvenile White-crowned Sparrow posed nicely for me.
No birding trip can be complete without spotting one of our state birds, the Northern Mockingbird.
In Spring Creek Park, there was an abundance of Cedar Waxwings. I found a water puddle where many of them were partaking of a sip or two.
On the water, there were a few American Coots, a duck that I usually take for granted and mostly ignore.
Along the shore, in the mud, we spotted this Wilson’s Snipe. In the open, I didn’t need to go on a snipe hunt. 🙂
Across the water, a good 200 yards away we saw this Black-crowned Night Heron, again out in the open. For several previous days, we could see him in the denser brush, but not visible enough for photos.
A female Ladder-backed Woodpecker peering into her handiwork.
Along the fence line I got lucky to catch a Ruby-crowned Kinglet as he stopped for a split second on a branch. They hardly ever sit still for long.
Another handsome Northern Mockingbird sat on the fence.
We were treated to many Yellow-rumped Warblers. This one is of the Audubon variety.
This American Goldfinch took my by surprise.
A Ladder-backed Woodpecker seemed to be contemplating a blade of grass. I wonder what that was all about.
So that’s it for this time around. Again, a very Merry Christmas to all of my friends, relatives, and fellow bloggers.
‘Til the next time, Happy Birding!
Wonderful photos! And you are so cute, Mr. Bob. that birds love to pose for you.
Best wishes.
Thank you very much, Nandini. I appreciate it. 🙂
Thanks for the Merry Christmas photos. Hope you and Ann had a great day. hugs
Thanks, Beth. We had a fun day. We went, (wait for it)………birding. 🙂
Merry Christmas to you and Ann. Enjoy your day together. Peace and joy.
Many thanks, Dave, and Season’s Greeting to you and yours. 🙂
From our home to you and yours, Merry Christmas Bob & Ann and many thanks for all of the great photos! How’s the count going now? I hope you at least got close to your goal if you haven’t already exceeded it!
Hi guys, so nice to hear from you. Merry Christmas to you, too. My count is only at 185, about 25 short of my goal of 210. Too many health problems this year made us curtail some of our trips. But now that I am healthy, maybe we can reach it in 2016. 🙂
Merry Christmas Bob to you and yours! Peace~John
Thanks, John. Season’s greetings to you, too. 🙂
Thank you, Bob, for the year-round gift of your photos and comments. I enjoy them every time.
Thank you for those very kind words, Laurel. I certainly appreciate it. 🙂
Beautiful!!
Thank you very much, Sheila!
Such beautiful photos, Bob, and the Yellow-rumped Warbler is a stunning shot. A very Merry Christmas to you and Ann! Thank you for sharing your adventures over the past year – always a delight to read.
Thanks for those kind words, Jo. And Merry Christmas to you and Colin as well. 🙂
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOUR WIFE!
Thank you very much, Nora, and Merry Christmas to you, too.
Thank You for Your chritmas wish.
You are quite welcome, Nora. 🙂
Thanks for your entertaining blogs throughout the year, Bob. Merry Christmas to you and Ann and a Happy New Year from Anne and Me.
Thanks, Bob, I am glad you enjoy them. Seasons Greetings to the both of you. 🙂
You Too Bob. It is very nice too know you and see all your fantastic photos and I hope that you are healthy now what I wish from all heart. All the best.
Oh, yes, I am very healthy now. My problems are over. It is nice to know you, too, and I appreciate all of your kind words, Nora. 🙂
Great photos Bob! Happy Holidays! 🙂
Thanks, H.J. Season’s Greetings! 🙂
Merry Christmas to you and yours, Bird Whisperer! And Thanks!
Thanks, Linda, and Merry Christmas to you, too. 🙂
Merry Christmas to you and Ann!
Thank you much, Bonnie, and Season’s Greetings to you and yours. 🙂