Flycatchers around the marsh can be difficult to photograph as they like to perch on the side of a tree hanging over the water resulting in obstructed views. And they are fast!
This fellow was ahead of me as I wondered up the side of a pond, flitting in and out of trees and occasionally swooping out over the water. He finally took a break on some pretty dried vegetation.
This time he was rewarded with a large catch. It looks like a dragonfly even though he has it scrunched up a bit. The leafless trees gave me a clear shot but also resulted in a lot of background busyness. He promptly turned his back on me and gulped it down.
Nice sharp shots of this attractive little bird.
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Thanks, Belinda! Nothing flashy about the Phoebe but attractive is a good description.
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I love them! There were some born around here this year. I was able to watch the mom fly and swoop to feed them. The babies would hang out on the swingset, just watching us and waiting.
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What fun to watch a family grow up!
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Great photos!!
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Thanks!
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Beautiful shots of this lovely bird, Ellen!
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Thanks, Pete!
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