I could sit in the hide for hours watching birds flit in and out and numerous squirrels scampering around.
One particular bird that you don't see very much at all, or for very long, is the Willow Tit. They don't hang around. Usually, if you're quick enough, you can spot them on the fringes. Then they'll dart to a table, take a seed, and then just as quickly dart back into the cover of the undergrowth. All done in a matter of seconds.
Trying to get anything on camera is a real challenge, but who doesn't like a challenge?
This little guy showed me all its best sides before flitting off in the blink if an eye.
Cute shots of this adorable bird. It is so similar to our chickadee. Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures of that cute little bird Adam..Have a nice week..
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on achieving the impossible with those photos.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos.
ReplyDeleteThey are so sweet. We've had a tremendous amount of baby birds visit our deck this summer. My boys have loved it!
ReplyDeleteCute little bird. I wonder if they are as friendly as our black-capped chickadees.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo. It is a beautiful little bird.
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful bird and great shots.
ReplyDeleteNicely done Adam. I never see Willow Tits never mind get photos of them.
ReplyDeleteNicely done Adam. I never see Willow Tits never mind get photos of them.
ReplyDeleteWonderful shots! Such a little beauty!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos - I particularly enjoyed the 2nd one!
ReplyDeleteHave a Happy Week!
Peace :)
Gorgeous photos - you're a talented bird photographer!
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/08/double-play-on-way.html
How cool that he turned for you to get every angle.
ReplyDeletewonderful shots. that little guy knows how to pose. a real pro.
ReplyDeleteWhat lens do you use to shoot these little fellas you always manage to capture so well?
ReplyDeleteIt's a 300mm lens, but with a 1.4 x teleconverter on it, which effectively makes it just over 400mm. It gets me nice and close without disturbing the little guys. :-)
DeleteWhat a lovely little fellow - I suspect I *may* have seen one but it would fall into the category of LBJ - Little Brown Job!
ReplyDeleteThanks for adding more of your great photos to #AnimalTales
A curious little creature. Great shots!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots! My husband does a lot of bird photography, it's hard to get shots as clear as yours.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty bird!
ReplyDeleteOh how sweet...cousin to our chickadees who have been bringing their babies to the sunflower hearts feeders and I love to listen to them line up and practice their "chickadee...dee...dee..dee.." call as I guess it is learned and there may be regional accents... Sweet photos Adam...Michelle
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful little bird andgreat shots of it Stuart.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Always rewarding to get good shots of flitty little birds! And I agree with the comments about it being reminiscent of a chickadee.
ReplyDeleteA cute little fellow! Beautiful captures:)
ReplyDeleteVery cute little bird. I don't have much luck with photographing birds, but I do love to watch them. I need to get a book on my local species so that I can actually identify them.
ReplyDeleteVisiting from the Animal Tales link up. Oh speaking of link ups, I host one on Mondays, for macro and close up photos. Would be wonderful if you joined us next week.
Just a little patience is all you need Stephanie, and I shall certainly try and link up to your Macro link next Monday. :-)
DeleteBeautiful shots, Adam! I get the Tufted Titmouse to our feeders.
ReplyDeleteHave a Happy Week!
Peace :)
Adam, These bird shots are terrific. I know it takes patience! Sylvia D.
ReplyDeleteLove the way they peer out of one eye
ReplyDeleteMollyxxx
Superb:)
ReplyDeletePretty! And nice shots.
ReplyDeleteThere is something wonderful about a closeup!
ReplyDeleteHere's my Wordless Wednesday!
Lovely shots! I love watching our little chickadees, here in America; they look similar. :) I'm a birder, too, and a new follower of your blog. :)
ReplyDeleteEvery side is perfect.
ReplyDeleteWonderful mages of this darling little bird. It sat still for a few minutes! Awesome! :-)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet . Ones remind me both in looks and behavior, of our chickadees, one of my favorites. They expend so much energy in comparison to the little they seem to eat!
ReplyDeleteSweet little bird and great photos! I agree with Sallie, they do remind me of our chickadees, which I also love.
ReplyDeleteWe just watch your latest publications. Your photos are always beautiful ;-)
ReplyDeleteCéline & Philippe
Thank you Céline & Philippe. I enjoy your posts too :-)
DeleteLike you say Adam a species we see all too infrequently. Nice shots.
ReplyDeleteGreat photos! I'm with you - I could sit for hours and watch the birds in my backyard!
ReplyDeleteNice job capturing one of these quick little guys! Observing birds (and other wildlife) is fun but it's nice to once in awhile get an image or two to enjoy!
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