Monday, January 21, 2008

My Fascination Grows

Two of my largest and least seen visitors were here together this morning. My shots were so quick I didn't have time to adjust my camera. These are both such shy birds at the block I didn't want to waste time as it didn't last long... but it was a great surprise to see them together.

2 comments:

Klay said...

look at that long beak. Do you know if it a male or female?
I did get to see the orange one on Saturday - I hope I can see the speckled fellow one day.

Laura said...

Yes the spotted bird, a Red Shafted Northern Flicker, is a male. The female looks just like it but only the male has the red mark on it's cheek.
I hope you can see him too.
You'll have to come over for some tea and bird watching.