Thursday, March 17, 2011

Friendly skies and RedPolls of the Vermilon River. A Post to Skywatch.








The weather is fairly interesting with a lot of snow left that is now crystallised, making the walking uneven, not great for me. I'm therefore not certain how many RedPolls remain in the forest site, but my flock is diminished. But some remain. The other day a large flock of Bohemian Waxwings swept through cleaning off any remaining berries that have been exposed by melting snow. We regularly have Cedar Waxwings so the sight of the Bohemians was great.I got some great shots, but they are still on the memory card.This tends to happen because I live in a forest and there are lots of subjects to shoot.

I included photo 5 because it may give you some idea of the size of these flocks.

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65 comments:

  1. Bob BushellMarch 17, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    A beautiful scenery, the Redpolls are in use again, cheers.

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  2. TexWisGirlMarch 17, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Just beautiful skies and even cuter, more precious redpolls. LOVE them! You got some great shots.

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  3. Sylvia KMarch 17, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Gorgeous pastel skies! Terrific captures and I love the RedPolls! Wonderful post for the day! Hope you and Boom have a great weekend, Gary!

    Sylvia

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  4. DawnMarch 17, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Those are beautiful sky colors....and wish I had those Redpolls in my yard:)

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  5. AlMarch 17, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Great skies, and those RedPolls look adorable.

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  6. Pearl MapleMarch 17, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    nice collection of photos
    the little birds are darling

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  7. Regina March 17, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Amazing captures and skies!
    Have a great weekend.

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  8. EG CameraGirlMarch 17, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Many birds are definitely on the move. A robin has just moved into my yard. Spring is definitely nearly hear now.

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  9. LizMarch 17, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Wonderful photos.

    Have a terrific weekend.

    Liz @ A Simple Life

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  10. JoyfulMarch 17, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Such exquisite photos. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  11. Sally in WAMarch 17, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Nice capture of the soft winter sky.

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  12. VALKYRIENMarch 17, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I love those cute birds! And a lovely pastel sky as well!

    ...nd a comment about your header: what a handsome dog you have!

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  13. nonizamboniMarch 17, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Incredible view from your spot in Canada. The word vermilion always makes me think of those rainboy colors of your sky.

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  14. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    beautiful hued sky. happy st. paddy's.

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  15. jooMarch 17, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Wow, the sky is gorgeous! Lovely post:)
    Boomer, keep your paws crossed for my poor Ira - she's going to have an operation in the morning!

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  16. Adam TiltMarch 17, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Great Redpoll photos. Excellent contrast with the snow.

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  17. clairzMarch 17, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    I just realized today that some baby birds have hatched nearby--a big surprise because I thought nest building here had just begun. Obviously we are a great deal further south than you, but spring is coming your way, I promise.

    Lovely photos and a wonderful chance for us to see your part of the world.

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  18. Kim, USAMarch 17, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Great post!! Love that bird that tiny red on the forehead is awesome!
    Sky Watch Friday

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  19. HildredMarch 17, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    The sky is lovely, and your bird pictures so appealing.

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  20. syelMarch 17, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    lovely pastel hues in the sky. and the waxwings were ready for the camera :)

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  21. Nellie from Beyond My GardenMarch 17, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    beautiful sky photos.

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  22. Martha ZMarch 17, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Your brought us some lovely, pastel skies and sweet little redpolls today, nice.

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  23. RajeshMarch 17, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Beautiful shots, Love those birds.

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  24. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    What wonderful pastel-coloured skies! And the birds are cute too!

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  25. Jidhu JoseMarch 18, 2011 at 12:07 AM

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  26. LindaMarch 18, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Lovely skies, and so interesting to see birds that we don't have here. You certainly have a long winter.

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  27. eileeninmdMarch 18, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Lovely pastel skies. And you know I just love the redpolls, could you send some my way.

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  28. IreneMarch 18, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    Lovely shots ... all of them! Happy SWF!

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  29. NatureFootstepMarch 18, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    great skies with that tuch of pink. It suits the redpolls.

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  30. VinniMarch 18, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Wow, really nice pics, Thanks for sharing them.

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  31. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Thanks Bob. As I said you can never have enough RedPolls.

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  32. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Thanks Texwisgirl. You're too kind.

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  33. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Hi SK and thanks for the kind wishes.

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  34. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    This is the first year they've been here Dawn, or that I've seen them.

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  35. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Thanks Lois.

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  36. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    They are Al.

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  37. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Thanks PM.

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  38. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Thanks for the kind wishes Regina.

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  39. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    It'll be a while getting here, ECW.

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  40. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Thanks Liza.

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  41. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Thanks Joyful.

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  42. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    And it produced a nice sunny day Sally.

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  43. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    I think Boomer gets a lot of coverage on this Blog, Valkyrien.

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  44. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Thanks nonizamboni.

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  45. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Thanks ewok!!

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  46. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Let us know about IRA, Joo.

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  47. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Thanks Adam.

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  48. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    I'm holding you to that promise Clairz.

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  49. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Thanks Kim!!

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  50. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Thanks H&C for your kind words.

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  51. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Thanks syel.

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  52. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Thanks BMG.

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  53. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I wish I could send them to you. You would have a field day watching them, Martha.

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  54. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Thanks Rajesh.

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  55. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Thanks ladyfi.

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  56. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Thanks for the visit, Jindu Jose.

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  57. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    It can be a bit long.Linda.

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  58. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    I sure wish I could Eileen.

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  59. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Thanks Irene!!

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  60. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Thanks NF.

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  61. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Welcome to the site Vinni and thanks for the words.

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  62. TaniaMarch 19, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    Wonderful and romantic skies! I like your cute birds too:-)

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  63. UnknownMarch 19, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Thanks Spiderdama.

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  64. Sallie (FullTime-Life)March 19, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    I did see these birds when we spent one spring in Port Arnasas TX -- and was told that they're very common. But they sure weren't in the Pacific Northwest, where we're originally from. I loved them and would love to see more. (I don't think they're here in FL either.)

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  65. UnknownMarch 20, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    They come from the tundra north of me, and seem to break out every second year,Sallie.

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