More migration!
This fellow is a Western Tanager.
I've only ever seen one other in my life.
Isn't he a beaut?
He and his wife (below) are likely stopping over for a rest
as they migrate to Western Montana to the forests.
Mrs. Tanager is pale, olive green to yellow, and no bright red head
like her husband.
I'm seeing a few warblers showing up. So far I've seen
the Common Yellowthroat and the Yellow Warbler.
He is most definitely a beaut! You take such cool bird photos. You must have a great telephoto lens to get such closeups without them flying off.
ReplyDeleteOh what a pretty bird!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you "caught" them. YOu must have been in just the right place at just the right time. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYou're catching all kinds of pretties lately!
ReplyDeleteYou are a lucky duck, I mean bird! I love the birds you see. I guess I'm thankful for all my little brownies.
ReplyDeleteThat is the prettiest little bird, I have never seen one...looks like it could belong in a rain forest! Come say hi :D
ReplyDeleteSuch vibrant colours. Lovely pics Jody. There is a lot happening over your way amoungst the bird world. I've been enjoying seeing all your feathered visitors.
ReplyDeleteI noticed yesterday morning,the swallows were back nesting in my neighbours garage. They were having a much needed break on the telephone wire just above our deck. Wouldn't you know it the camera battery was flat!
Ann
What a beauty! I would be deliriously happy to find bluebird eggs AND this gorgeous bird in my yard. Even just one of these! I have seen more bluebirds this week than I have in my whole life combined so I can't complain! :)
ReplyDeleteWow! I have never seen that bird. It is amazing. God must have had the best time creating birds!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird! I haven't been that lucky to see one so unusual. I get giddy when I see a bluebird!!
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