Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Redwing Blackbirds

I have finally gotten started walking this summer and for diversion I take my camera along with me. Every route I take Redwing Blackbirds are busy protecting their territory. My goal is to get what I consider a classic shot - something like "perched on a cattail stem." After the last several evenings, my goal is to get a photo of one sitting - anywhere. One bombarded my head the other night - I could feel his breath - or more likely the flap of his wings. They certainly are audacious, but I love 'em.