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Purple Haze

There's an out-of-focus tree in the background that adds a purple hue to the photo for some reason. In the foreground, a cute little bibbed bird is perched on a branch. The bird is a Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis). I wonder if it was windy that day because the chickadee's feathers look rather windswept.

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The image features a Carolina Chickadee perched gracefully on a slender branch. The bird has a striking black cap and bib, with white cheeks that contrast beautifully with its grayish body. The background is softly blurred, blending soothing blue and green hues, which makes the chickadee stand out even more prominently. The lighting accentuates the bird's delicate feathers and the texture of the branch, creating a captivating focus on the bird.
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Bird Feeder Dash

Carolina chickadees (Poecile carolinensis) are "take out artists." They don't stop at the feeder and eat, what they do is stop just long enought to grab what they want, usually a sunflower seed and leave.

I don't post all of the photos that I post here to my Pixels gallery, but I post the photos I like best. Some don't make the cut. I usually wait a couple of days and see how I feel about it then.

You can check out my gallery at:

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"The image shows a Carolina Chickadee in mid-flight, leaving a bird feeder with a sunflower seed in its beak. The bird's wings are spread wide, and its legs are tucked under its body. The background is blurred, emphasizing the motion and focus on the bird. The bird feeder is partially visible on the left side of the image. The photograph captures a dynamic moment, highlighting the agility and speed of the bird." - Copilot
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Chickadee and Sunflower Seed

This would be a much better photograph had I gotten closer. I added a X1.4 Extension to the Sigma 150-600 lens, to get more reach, but when I zoom above 400mm the auto focus gets quirky. That is why I removed the extension a while back. But I want to sit farther away, and the extension increases the focal length to >800mm. I just have to put up with the quirkiness. It does cause me to miss some good moments. In this photo not only is the bird's image not sharp, but there is an aberration on the bird's head top above the small branch. The bird is a Carolina chickadee.

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"The image shows a Carolina Chickadee perched on a branch. The bird has a distinctive black cap and bib, white cheeks, and gray wings and back. It’s holding a sunflower seed in its beak, a common sight as these birds are known for foraging and storing food. The background is beautifully blurred, drawing attention to the chickadee and its activity. The photograph is signed "© Swede's Photographs" in the bottom right corner. It's a wonderful capture of this small, energetic bird in its natural environment." - Copilot
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Good morning. 🫠😀😉

27 October 2024

Their living with the dogs. Their living with the cats. The dogs and cats are living in the house of the people who live there.

I got up this morning and the first thing I had to do is cleanup after Charlie. I put my Bissell carpet cleaner to work, but I can't say I was a happy camper. On the bright side, all of that sudden activity woke me up. So now I'm Woke, awake, alert at a level that I'm usually not at this early in the morning. See, there usually is a bright side to things. Whoa ... it is mealtime. Hmmm ... maybe it is me who is living with the dogs who live here. Well, it is also time to relax with coffee.

"Dogs do have feelings, I gather." - Kevin Kline

"Dogs aren't like family members, they are family members". - Frank DeCaro

"The image shows a chickadee in mid-flight, captured just as it's flying away from a wooden bird feeder with a sunflower seed in its beak. The feeder has a slanted roof and contains a mix of seeds. Hanging on the right is a green metal suet cage, filled with suet. The background features a red wooden wall, likely part of a barn or shed, and a white section of a fence on the left. The lighting creates contrast between the bright areas and the shadows, highlighting the bird and the feeder. The photographer’s watermark, “© Swede’s Photographs,” is visible in the bottom left corner. This moment captures the dynamic interaction between the bird and its environment, showcasing nature's activity in a human-provided setting." - Copilot
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Take Out

Some bird species like sparrows, finches, and cardinals will stop and graze at the bird feeders. Not Carolina chickadees (Poecile carolinensis), they grab their grub and go. This one grabbed a sunflower.

"In winter, the Carolina Chickadee’s diet is about half plant, half animal. The rest of the year about 80–90 percent of their diet is animal (mostly insects and spiders). Carolina Chickadees glean insects from foliage and tree bark, often hanging upside down to do so. They hold seeds and insects in their feet, wedged against the branch they’re perched on, to peck into them. They readily use bird feeders." - allaboutbirds.org

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"The image shows a Carolina Chickadee, a small bird with a distinctive appearance. It has a black cap and bib, white cheeks, and a gray back and wings. The bird is perched on the edge of a feeder or platform, holding a seed in its short, stout beak. The background is blurred, making the bird the clear focal point. This image captures the delicate details of the Chickadee’s plumage and its feeding behavior in a natural setting. - Copilot
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Monochrome Munch

Here is an image of a Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) that I saw in forest behind my home. It was pretty dark among the trees and the chickadee was too far away for a detailed closeup. I like the image anyway and thought maybe displaying it in black and white/selective color would make it more interesting. I think a gold frame will set it off.

I've had several inquiries about how to get a print of some my photographs. This is a hobby for me, so I haven't been equipped to handle those requests. But I enjoy what I'm doing and want to share my photographs.

So, I set up an account and website with pixels. My website is:

swede1952-photographs.pixels.c

If you want a print of one of my photographs, you can get it there, If I haven't loaded it, let me know which one it is, and I'll gladly load it there for you.

" Carolina Chickadee, a small songbird with a distinctive black cap and bib, is perched delicately on a branch. Its soft gray wings and back contrast beautifully with its white cheeks and underparts. The bird’s sharp, inquisitive eyes are focused on a sunflower seed it holds between its tiny feet. The background is a lush shade of green, providing a vibrant and natural backdrop that makes the monochrome bird stand out even more. The selective color technique used in this image highlights the chickadee’s detailed features while the green background adds a touch of life and vibrancy to the scene." - Copilot with edits
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Twilight Perch

outside in the mornings before sun rises up above the trees, causes some interesting problems with my photography. I suppose I could lower shutter speed some more as long as the subject isn't on the move. Anyway, here is a Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) that I caught on cam
era a couple of days ago.

Visit my photo gallery, I generally add new content every couple of days or so. The URL is below:

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"The image shows a small bird with striking black and white plumage perched gracefully on a diagonal branch. The background is a smooth, blurred green, which beautifully highlights the bird as the focal point. The serene setting and sharp contrast between the bird and its surroundings make the image captivating and elegant. The bird appears calm and poised, adding to the overall tranquil atmosphere of the photograph." - Copilot
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Black Cap Morning

This is a Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) which is a close southern relative to the black capped chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) in the north. They look so much a like that I originally mixed up these little birds. Live and learn ... eh.

Visit my gallery, I generally add new content every couple of days or so. The URL is below:

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This chickadee perches on a tree branch with green leaves, facing the camera with its head turned to the left. Light reflects off its black left eye. The bird's body is partially obscured by the tree leaves. There is another out of focus branch peeking in to right lower half of the frame with a pink flower. The background is out-of-focus forest green. "The Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) is a small passerine bird native to North America. It features a distinctive black cap and bib on its head, contrasting with white cheeks. Its back and wings are gray, while the underparts are soft buffy or pale beige. These agile birds measure about 4.5 to 5 inches (11 to 13 cm) in length, with a wingspan of approximately 6.5 to 7 inches (17 to 18 cm). Carolina Chickadees thrive in deciduous and mixed forests, as well as suburban areas with mature trees. They’re social and active, often moving in small flocks, and their diet includes insects, seeds, and berries. Their recognizable “chick-a-dee-dee-dee” call echoes through woodlands. Ranging from Texas to the Carolinas and up to the Midwest, they’re year-round residents in their territories. Fortunately, these delightful birds are not considered threatened and have stable populations." - Copilot
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Forest Dweller

Here is a Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) with a forest background.

"John James Audubon named this bird while he was in South Carolina. The curious, intelligent Carolina Chickadee looks very much like a Black-capped Chickadee, with a black cap, black bib, gray wings and back, and whitish underside. Carolina and Black-capped chickadees hybridize in the area where their ranges overlap, but the two species probably diverged more than 2.5 million years ago." - allaboutbirds.org

You know, the photographs that I post here are not quite a vivid as the same photographs that I post at my pixel's gallery, because here, I reduce the size of the photos and usually make a slight reduction in the quality of the photos to make them easier to load.

Take a look:
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"The image features a bird perched on a vertical branch. The bird has a predominantly white underbelly and chest, with shades of grey on its wings and back. Its head is marked with black coloration that extends from its beak, through its eyes, to the back of its head, resembling a mask. The background is blurred with hints of green, suggesting foliage or trees, which provides contrast and makes the bird the clear focal point of the image." - Copilot "This tiny, approachable bird has a short neck and large head, giving it a distinctive spherical body shape. Its tail is fairly long and narrow. Its bill is a bit thicker than a warbler’s but thinner than a finch’s. Carolina Chickadees have a black cap and bib separated by stark white cheeks. The back, wings, and tail are soft gray." - allaboutbirds.org
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Hiding Place

This Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) flew to a bird feeder and grabbed a sunflower seed. Then the bird carried it away to a concealed location. The bird is seen here considering its next move.

"Where the two species ranges come in contact, the Carolina and Black-capped chickadees occasionally hybridize. Hybrids can sing the songs of either species or might sing something intermediate." - allaboutbirds.org

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"A bird perches gracefully among the lush green branches of a tree or shrub. Its striking black head contrasts with the white feathers on its lower face and chest. The bird’s back appears darker, possibly black, while its underparts are lighter. The surrounding foliage is dense, with hints of unripe berries or small fruits. Illuminated by dappled sunlight, the leaves and feathers reveal intricate textures. This intimate glimpse into wildlife captures the bird in its natural habitat." - Copilot
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Chickadee in Motion

It must be borderline photo day. This is a Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis), the photo isn't as clear as I'd like but I like the beautiful way the bird's left-wing fans out.

I don't post all of the photos that I post here to my Pixels gallery, but I post the photos I like best. Some don't make the cut. I usually wait a couple of days and see how I feel about it then. I don't know about this one. What do you think, should I include it in the gallery or not?

You can check out my gallery at: swede1952-photographs.pixels.c

"The image you shared depicts a Carolina chickadee with outstretched wings amidst lush green foliage. The bird appears to be captured mid-flight, landing in a tree, adding a dynamic and lively element to the scene. This composition would be of interest to nature enthusiasts, bird photographers, and those studying avian behavior." - Copilot with edits
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On the Rocks

These are a couple of neotropic cormorants (Nannopterum brasilianum) that I saw at the Sabine National Wildlife Refuge in Louisiana.

"In Mexico, Neotropic Cormorants reportedly fish cooperatively. The birds form a line across swift-flowing streams and strike the surface with their wings. This scares fish into motion, whereupon the cormorants dive and pursue them." - allaboutbirds.org

"The image depicts two neotropic cormorants perched on a piece of driftwood and large rocks. The bird on the left stands with partially spread wings, showcasing its dark plumage with a slight sheen and its distinctive long tail feathers. The bird on the right is sitting, appearing to preen or rest, with its neck curved toward its body. Both birds have dark feathers, yellow-orange throat patches, and long hooked beaks characteristic of their species. They are surrounded by large rocks and some plant debris, suggesting they might be near a shoreline or riverbank. This captivating image captures the behavior and physical features of neotropic cormorants in their natural habitat." - Copilot with edits
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Surface Rush

I thought this was an interesting angle for a black skimmer (Rynchops niger) photo.

"A long-winged bird with stark black-and-white plumage, the Black Skimmer has a unique grace as it forages in flight. Skimmers feed by opening the bill and dropping the long, narrow lower mandible into the water, skimming along until they feel a fish. Then they relax the neck, quickly closing their jaws and whipping the fish out of the water. Because they feed by essentially by touch, they can even forage at night. The world’s three species of skimmers are the only birds on earth that feed in this manner." - allaboutbirds.org

"The image depicts a black skimmer bird in swift flight. Its wings are spread wide, and its red and black beak points downward toward the water. As it moves at high speed, it creates a small ripple effect on the water’s surface." - allaboutbirds.org
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Serene Avian: Carolina in Focus

I'm still sitting at my computer when I want to take a nap. Around the house, I usually just wear old jeans and go barefoot. The jeans I wear are the kind that people now days' pay extra for, they are ragged, worn with holes and frayed edges. Now-a-days, that is quite vogue, isn't it? I call them my yard cloths, my wife makes me change if we go anywhere.

Here is a closeup of the back of a Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis).

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"The Carolina chickadee, a petite avian wonder, perches gracefully on a slender twig. Its black-capped head contrasts sharply against the soft gray plumage that drapes its body. White cheeks frame its inquisitive eyes, and its tiny beak hints at the melodious tunes it might sing. The blurred greenery in the background suggests a natural setting—a quiet corner of the wild where this feathered soloist finds solace. In this intimate moment frozen in time, the chickadee embodies both elegance and resilience. Its delicate form belies the strength required to navigate life amidst branches and leaves. Perhaps it has just finished a cheerful serenade or is about to take flight, its wings ready to carry it to another hidden nook in the forest. For bird enthusiasts and nature lovers, this snapshot captures the essence of the Carolina chickadee—a creature that flits between worlds, bridging the gap between earth and sky with its song and spirit. " - Copilot
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Topsy-Turvy

I was looking for something to post and I came upon this Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis). I didn't turnout as well as I hoped, too much noise. But it isn't bad as far as being artsy goes.

"The pair bond between a male and female Carolina Chickadee can remain intact for several years. The probability that a pair will remain together seems to vary among populations, with nearly all pairs remaining together in subsequent years in a study in Texas, but only half staying together in a study in Tennessee. If a nest attempt fails, a female may seek out a new male on a different territory." - allaboutbirds.org

"In this enchanting photograph, we witness a chickadee, perched on a slender branch. The composition is both serene and dynamic, capturing the essence of this tiny avian acrobat. The chickadee’s black-capped head and throat stand out prominently against its soft gray and white plumage. Its cheeks are adorned with snowy patches, creating a delightful contrast. The bird’s posture is alert, its body slightly tilted downward, and its gaze directed down. Its delicate grip on the branch reveals both strength and vulnerability. The blurred green background hints at a lush natural setting—perhaps a leafy tree or shrub. The soft focus allows our eyes to remain fixed on the chickadee, emphasizing its presence in the moment. Overall, this image beautifully encapsulates the grace, resilience, and curiosity of these charming little birds. Whether foraging for seeds or singing sweet melodies, chickadees continue to captivate birdwatchers and photographers alike." - Copilot with edits
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Zoro Bird

Carolina chickadees are some of my favorite backyard birds. They come to my feeders regularly. Initially, I thought that they were black cap chickadees because that is what I found when I searched for pictures. It wasn't until a couple months into birding that I discovered the truth.

"John James Audubon named this bird while he was in South Carolina. The curious, intelligent Carolina Chickadee looks very much like a Black-capped Chickadee, with a black cap, black bib, gray wings and back, and whitish underside. Carolina and Black-capped chickadees hybridize in the area where their ranges overlap, but the two species probably diverged more than 2.5 million years ago." - allaboutbird.org

Sometimes in hurts my brain to start to describe a photo ;-), but here goes. This chickadee perches on a corner of a rustic wooden platform facing to the right, with its right side facing the camera. The background is a n out-of-focus white fence on the lower half of the frame and out-of-focus brown forest on the upper half. The little bird is chubby and round, its beige belly and chest look rather like half of a tennis ball. The bird has a short shiny black beak with a shape like a pencil leak. Its large round head has a black cap of feathers that crosses cross its face just below its glowing black eye. The bird's throat is also black. There is a triangle of white feathers between the black cap and the throat. Its back and tail are tuxedo gray and are its legs and feet.
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Stand up.

I took this photograph of a Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) yesterday morning. Noticeably, the bird is standing erect and looking into the window of the bird feeder as if window shopping or maybe just trying find the good stuff. The photo's detail isn't the greatest, but it is interesting.

As I've mentioned, I have a gallery of my favorite photos at: swede1952-photographs.pixels.c

Go there and take a look. Prints are for sale along with other doodads and I suppose it is kind of a business for me. But it's the kind of business where I don't care whether I sale anything or not. If you want something, by all means you are welcome to make a purchase. But I just want you to visit and maybe mark your favorites or leave a comment. Cheers 😄

Carolina Chickadee at the Bird Feeder "In a quiet corner of the backyard, the Carolina Chickadee stands erect on the wooden window frame of its favorite bird feeder. Its black cap and bib lend an air of sophistication, while soft white cheeks add a touch of charm. Gray wings and tail feathers contrast against the white fence beyond. The white fence stands sentinel, creating a serene backdrop for this feathered visitor. Perhaps the chickadee contemplates life’s mysteries: “Why do squirrels always raid the feeder? And why does the neighbor’s cat give me that judgmental look?” A whimsical scene unfolds, where avian curiosity meets suburban tranquility." - Copilot with edits
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