I have so many bird photos, so the question was “Which ones to choose?” For something a bit different for Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge, I decided to do a feathers and grass combination.
Here is the elegant Great Egret stalking around amongst the grass stalks, looking for tasty morsels.
The bright blue eyed White Ibis is doing much the same.
Mr. Anhinga shows us how he dries off his wet feathers whilst scratching his back.
Mr. GBH at his most sinister as he skulks along the shore-line looking for supper.
How beautiful is this Purple Gallinule as he clambers through the marsh grasses on his long legs?
Just a stray bit of grass qualifies this gorgeous Tri-colored Heron to be included in my post today.
Wishing you all a very happy week.
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Marvelous entry Sylvia for feathers. 😀
Thanks so much. 😘
Such beautiful birds and all captured so well. What a great response to the challenge!
You’re so kind, John. The birds are very easy subjects.
Handsome birds, and the last two have such splendid color it makes you smile. 🙂
Thanks so much, Judy. So glad you enjoyed these. 🙂
A bird paradise at your doorstep 🙂 These are seriously good bird action photos!
Thanks, dear Paula. xx
I wish I could borrow the Purple Gallinule for just one week. She could live comfortably at the SM hotel, don’t you think?
Absolutely, Helen. Unfortunately the gorgeous creature isn’t mine to lend. She lives at the local wetlands reserve. 🙂
Oh, great series of birds – what lovely purple one and the last shot is a dream!
Thanks so much. Yes, I love the way that last shot turned out. 🙂
All so elegant and beautiful
I know. Not a bad hair day to be seen. 🙂
Oh yes the gallinule is very pretty 🙂
Yes, such beautiful colours.
Wonderful combination challenge shots Sylvia – love the first one!
Thanks, Mary. 🙂
Absolutely stunning photos series Sylvia, mooi!
Thanks, DellAnna. 🙂
The first and last are my favourites, Ad. So nice to share your feathered friends. Wishing you a happy week! 🙂
Thanks so much, Jo. 🙂
I particularly like your last shot Sylvia! Excellent! 🙂
Thanks, Adrian.
Great shots! Especially enjoyed seeing the Purple Gallinule.
Thanks, Nancy. me too. 🙂
You’re SO awesome!
Well, thank you so much. 😘
Talent galore! 💖
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The purple gallinule is the prettiest bird today in my opinion. Your tri-colored heron photograph with the shadows and ripples on the water was a “simply dreamy shot!” Silvia, this was a beautiful collection! xo
Thanks, Robin. The purple gallinule is a beauty for sure. I’m also rather partial to that last shot. 🙂
Oops, you know I know how to spell my dear Sylvia, but it came out misspelled. I apologize! xo
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Great capture of these feather friends. One of the Mr. GBH looks like the photographer was laying down ? That is a good shot. I also like the color of the Purple Gallinule. His purple feathers look a bit shiny. That is cool.
Thanks so much, YC. No, I wasn’t laying in the grass. Not a bad idea though. 😄
The tri-colored heron is quite a snappy dresser.
Isn’t he just? 😃
Beautiful birds, every one of them….and I agree the Tri-coloured Heron is a lovely colour, and I bet he looks different in every light.
Thanks, Gerrie. Yes you’re so right. He really does look different every time I see him.
Love the title, Sylvia, and that last shot is really great. On my walk today, I saw four herons, but I didn’t have my Nikon so I had to just enjoy them as is. It was such a lift to my sort of dreary morning.
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Thanks so much, Janet. How lovely to see those four herons. That would make my day too. 😎
All of them are fantastic, but I love the Heron the best x
Thanks, Susan. The GBH will always be my favourite. 🙂
Great photos as always! ☺
Thanks so much. 🙂
It is always a pleasure to admire the beauty of nature.
Yes, I so agree with you. Thanks so much for the comment. 🙂
I love the birds of Florida…so colorful!
Me too. I feel so privileged ever y time I see them.
Gah!! the way Mr. Anghina twists that neck is giving me funny neck feelings lol
He is quite the contortionist. 🙂
For sure lol 😀
Great set of excellent bird photos
Thanks, Marylou. 🙂
What a rich bird wildlife you have around you.
Thanks, Imelda. We are very blessed. 🙂
Indeed, you are. 🙂
Love the beautiful colors of the tri-colored heron. Very nice collection ….
Thanks so much, Issy. 🙂
All gorgeous Sylvia. What I really noticed was the difference in beak size. Of course all for different purposes but I began chuckling at the thought of the narrative going on between them as they bragged about how useful each of their schnozzes was. 🙂
Hahaha Yes, just like we humans who have different size and shape noses. 🙂
In a set of excellent photos, Sylvia, the last one really stands out.
Thanks so much, Derrick. 🙂
Mr. GBH does look a bit sinister lurking. Great shots!
Yes he does. Thanks, Jill. 🙂
These are stunning photos – you live with some wonderful creatures. WHAT however is that scary looking thing in the water behind Mr Anhinga.
Oh yes. I do see what you mean. 😳 I have no idea, but it does seem to have scary face. 👹
They are all so wonderful Sylvia! I especially liked Mr GBH skulking along – what a great capture!
Thanks so much, Lisa. 🙂