Boy Oh Boy, do I love this time of the year! I don’t know why, but there seems to be an abundance of birds around the lakes and parks here in San Angelo. It could be that all of the violent storms in east Texas could have pushed more migrating birds in this direction; or it could be that Ann and I have, with practice, developed our birding instincts and sharpened our eyes. Whatever it is, I have been pleased at all of the photographs I have been managing to capture.
So enough talk, and let’s get to them. Remember to click on any image to see enlargements, especially if you are viewing this on a computer.
I am going to start off with this action photo of a Western Kingbird. By the way, it was the first of that specie that we have seen this year. A new arrival, and a beauty.
Western Kingbird
I chose that picture to get you excited and so you would watch with anticipation for the next photos. The next photo is of the same bird, just relaxing.
Western Kingbird
From Mary Lee Park at Lake Nasworthy, some Willets.
Willets
Willet in flight
From K-Mart Creek. My name for the water in the bar ditch near the old K-Mart site, a Yellow-crowned Night Heron.
Yellow-crowned Night Heron
The next few photos are from other local parks and San Angelo State Park. This is a Canyon Towhee.
Canyon Towhee
This Cotton-tailed Rabbit seems to be thinking, where the heck did all of these birds come from?
Cotton-tailed Rabbit
Great Horned Owl.
Great Horned Owl
Bell’s Vireo sings from a tree branch.
Bell’s Vireo
Yellow-headed Blackbird grazing in the grass.
Yellow-headed Blackbird
Black-crowned Night Heron staring at the water, hoping to catch a meal.
Black-crowned Night Heron
Last but certainly not least, this image of a cute Grasshopper Sparrow.
Grasshopper Sparrow
You may remember that Ann and I saw 44 species on a recent outing. Today, April 21, we surpassed that with a total of 50 for four hours of birding, and that doesn’t count the rabbit. 🙂
I hope you enjoyed the photos. A reminder, any and all photos are available for sale. Just contact me, if you would be proud to have one of my works hanging on your wall.
Happy Birding!!
Texas Tweeties by Bob Zeller 
Love your photos, both the variety of species and poses., I too am out and about, in birding heaven.Spring has arrived!
Thanks, Jane, Happy Birding!!
Fascinating! Thanks for bringing us the joy of the birds!
Many thanks, Nandini.
As usually very interesting photos of birds.
Thank you very much. I am glad you are enjoying my photos.
Of course, always when you add new ones.
Yes, that is nice, too. 🙂 Thanks, Nora.
Migration is certainly a great time to see such a variety of birds. But more than just timing, your instincts and knowledge of the birds has grown by leaps and bounds. Always enjoy your posts.
Thanks Dave, I appreciate your comments. I am glad that you are one of my loyal readers.
Thanks to you for possibilieties of watching that wonderful world of birds through your photos and good luck at your photography.
Love seeing the pictures of your birds, they are so beautiful!
Thank you very much, Sue.
Excellent work Bob! 🙂
Many thanks, H.J.
Such beautiful photographs!
Thank you, Belinda
Awesome photos Bob! I too am very excited about migration this year. We are seeing a lot of birds this past week…many of which are a little early. Great shot of the grasshopper sparrow. I’ve only seen them one time. Keep the posts coming. 🙂 happy spring birding!
Thanks, Kelly. That was a rare time, when the grasshopper was close enough for a decent photo. Happy Birding to you, too. 🙂
Bob your Western Kingbird in flight is absolutely beautiful! i look forward to your posts.
Thank you very much, Patti. I am glad you enjoy my posts.
As usual Bob, great captures.
Thank you, anonymous.
I love the kingbird. It’s great when we catch them in action, either moving, singing or eating.
Thank you, Sherry. I agree. I love to see birds animated if possible. But sometimes, I just have to take them posed.:-)
Me too.