Friday, March 4, 2011

Northern RedPolls of the Vermilon River. A Post to Camera Critters.








Of course if any of you have been following the last few posts, you'll have heard of the name change that these birds have gone through. Most of these photos were taken on the west side of the river along the abandoned RR track. The photos were taken at feeder stations set up in the forest by a very caring person.There are no males, which have a red bib, although number 2 is likely a juvenile,and therefore gender unspecified at the moment. They are from the Tundra Forests north of me and are likely returning from a cross border visit, which upset all authorities. For the full story see my earlier post.

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  1. B i r g i t t aMarch 4, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    This is a lovely little bird. I don't think we have it in Sweden.
    My heart is still warm after Boomers lovely action :)

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  2. LouiseMarch 4, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    They are the cutest little birds and your pictures are wonderful. You can see every feather.

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  3. AnonymousMarch 5, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Such charming close-ups!

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  4. Mike B. @ slugyard.comMarch 5, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    A bird I've never seen- looks beautiful!

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  5. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Hi Brigitta. I don't know if you have them although they're a northern bird.

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  6. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Thanks Bob.

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  7. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Hi Louise, and they are beauties.

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  8. EG CameraGirlMarch 5, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Neat photos, Gary! I haven't seen any redpolls at all this year.

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  9. jooMarch 5, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    They are sweet little fellows. They came to my garden few years ago, but then disappeared. Their Polish name is difficult to pronounce even for me:)
    Hugs for Boomer from me Swing and Ira:)

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  10. eileeninmdMarch 5, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Adorable birds, and great photos. I feel so left out not being able to see them and show pic's of the Redpolls. Could you send me some, PLEASE? Pretty Please! I am dying to see them.

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  11. Amila KanchanaMarch 5, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Adorable bird!

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  12. Martha ZMarch 5, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    They are cute little gals and their red brow and black mask should make them easy to identify.

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  13. Kay L. DaviesMarch 5, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    I love the second-last photo, Gary, her with that little fat face, but they're all great!
    -- K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  14. AlMarch 5, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Beautiful, cute little birds.

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  15. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Hi EGW. Strange that you're not seeing them.

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  16. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Hi Joo. Boomer thinks hugs is an international word, and loves them.

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  17. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    They were in Maine and Vermont eileeninmd. I don't know why they don't come to you.By the way I think there are up to 150-200 birds in some of these flocks.

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  18. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Thanks for the visit Amila.

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  19. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Just the size of the flock is a tip off Martha.

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  20. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    Hi Kay. They fly really irregularly,which is quite funny in large flocks.

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  21. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    Thanks Al they are cute little guys.

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  22. Jidhu JoseMarch 6, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    cute shots

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  23. magiceyeMarch 6, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    delightful images!!

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  24. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Thanks Jidhu Jose.

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  25. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Thanks magiceye.

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  26. Jenn JilksMarch 6, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Gary, they are precious! How lovely. You header is still my fave, though!
    We just spent a couple of hours moving snow around. Whew. what a storm.
    Cheers from S.E. Ontario Cottage Country!

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  27. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Don't give Boom a swelled head, Jenn. We're still shoveling out and it's cold.

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  28. Phil SladeMarch 6, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Great pictures of one of my favourite bird families Gary, whether they are Lessers, Arctics, Hornemanns or Common they are just superb.

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  29. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    They sure are tough little guys Phil, and really fun to watch.

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  30. jeanlivingsimpleMarch 6, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    The female is very pretty. Very neat captures, Gary!

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  31. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    She's a beauty isn't she Jean?

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  32. Beatrice P. BoydMarch 6, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Gary, these little birds remind me of house finches, but I haven't seen any like them here on the VA eastern shore. You have some wonderful captures.

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  33. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    I love redpolls! Haven't seen one in ages! You got some wonderful shots!

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  34. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Hi Beatrice. You would know as they're finches and may come with Goldfinches, and they come in large flocks.

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  35. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Hi Lisachaos. I think everybody likes them and wants a visit.

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  36. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaMarch 6, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    How interesting. They are so cute with the red heads. Great shots. Thanks for stopping by and visiting the dogs.

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  37. JoyfulMarch 6, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Very sweet. I love birds and watching them eat, take a bath and generally enjoy themselves. I like your header too.

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  38. NatureFootstepMarch 7, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I saw some today. :)

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  39. UnknownMarch 7, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Hi Simone and Boom says hello to the guys.

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  40. UnknownMarch 7, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Hi Joyful. Thanks for the visit and kind words.

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  41. UnknownMarch 7, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Hi NF. Everyone seems to be seeing them now!

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  42. edenMarch 8, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    Beautiful bird. Love all your images.

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  43. UnknownMarch 8, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Thanks Eden and welcome to the blog.

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