A Myrtle warbler who stopped by for some water is taking a moment to decide which way to go. #birds 🪶 #wildlife #photography #EastCoastKin

Today’s #BirdOfTheDay theme is #speckles&spots. I think this Blue-winged teal I saw last weekend is a great fit. He even plucked one of his feathers off to show detail ;) #birds #wildlife #photography #EastCoastKin

This lovely sunset watch party was attended by a number of Dowitchers and at least three duck species. See if you can spot them as they enjoy the golden hour! #birding #wildlife #photography #ducks #Texas #goldenhour

An Osprey from yesterday's birding trip. If there's ever a Bird of the day challenge for worst perch to find the bird you've been looking for on, this is my entry. At least I found an osprey and was able to pull over :) #birding #wildlife #photography #Texas

I was taking a photo of a flock of Avocets in flight to catch their beautiful plumage pattern in full. Before I knew it, a large number of Dowitchers and Seagulls joined in. Still a wonderful sight with all the birds flying in circles together. #birds #birding #photography #wildlife

First full moon of this year above the dunes at Malaquite Beach, TX, this morning at sunrise. #FullMoon #WolfMoon #CorpusChristi #Texas #photography

For #BirdOfTheDay, theme #sparrows, here's a Chipping Sparrow drying its feathers up in the sun after a bath.

Scaly-breasted munia - Highly skilled at finding a stick to slip behind it whenever I'm taking their picture. #stickhappens #birding #wildlife #photography #Texas

Sometimes you can't help having nosy neighbors. Don't mind the feathered ones though; they're always welcome! Happy New Year! #birds #HappyNewYear #ducks #wildlife #photography

On New Year’s Eve, the #BirdOfTheDay theme is #Reflections. Here's a Roseate Spoonbill casting a beautiful reflection as it fishes for its next meal.

After who knows how many pictures of branches, sticks, and the odd flash of yellow, I finally got a photo of a Wilson's warbler in the underbrush. These birds can move so fast! #birding #bird #wildlife #photography

The #BirdOfTheDay theme today is #branchingout, and here's a Northern cardinal going as far as he can on this branch.

I hope this finch trying to see if any part of the pear tree is edible, is not a commentary on all the different bird food I set out every single day ;) #birdwatching #bird #photography

My first American Goldfinch this season. Happy to have them back! #bird #birding #wildlife #photography

A Northern Mockingbird I saw yesterday feasting on fruit; it would pluck one, swallow it whole, move on to the next one. #bird #birding #wildlife #photography #Mockingbird #Texas

A cardinal enjoys some fruit she can easily reach from a branch featuring a tail rest for added comfort ;) #bird #birding #wildlife #photography #cardinals

When I see a Tufted Titmouse, I can't help but think that Disney artists must have been inspired by this delicate beauty to design forest birds for their animated films. #birding #bird #photography #wildlife #nature #winter

Today’s #BirdOfTheDay theme is #serenity. Here's an American Pipit chilling by the pond.

Over the moon with this Ruby-crowned Kinglet I saw today! Uncharacteristically, this precious birb sat still looking straight at me as I took a few pictures. Almost showed its crown in full too. What a treat! #birding #wildlife #photography #ThePhotoHour #nature

Every blooming plant in my backyard is loving the mild weather and humidity. I know we're due for a freeze, but in the meantime, what a lovely December we're having! #flowers #plants #gardens #backyard #weather #FlowerReport

A young Tricolored heron catches a tiny fish. Nice snack! #birdwatching #heron #wildlife #photography

You might need to look closely to see the little alligator tucked underneath dad's jaws. With mom watching just inches away, where else would you feel safer!? The hatchling later climbed on its father's back to bask in the afternoon sun (see comment section). #alligators #wildlife #photography

#BirdOfTheDay theme is #MostRecent so here's some of my backyard 🪶 visitors on this grey December morning.

A Myrtle warbler looks a bit lost in a sea of fallen leaves. Foraging just hit a new level of difficulty! #birdwatching #ducks #wildlife #photography

Counted 43 of these ducks behind my house this morning. They whistle and chase each other a lot! Black-bellied whistling ducks; beautiful and fun to watch :) #birdwatching #ducks #wildlife #photography

Eastern Phoebe in the backyard looking for insects. One of the season's visitors to the area. #birdwatching #wildlife #photography

Seven ducks a-standing around 🎵 Just looked out my window :) #birds 🪶 #wildlife #photography #christmas

Saw these two beautiful birds within a few feet of each other at a park. I couldn't help but notice the similar mix of colors in their plumages. American Robin and Spotted Towhee. #birds 🪶 #wildlife #photography

Perfect perch for the Red-shouldered hawk to hunt from, and for me to get a clear shot of it. What a stunning bird! #birds 🪶 #wildlife #photography

For today’s #QuietMoments theme, an unusually quiet Blue Jay in the myrtle this morning. #BirdOfTheDay #BlueJays #birds #backyard #photography

One for sorrow, two for joy... There were actually four magpies flying around to get peanuts when I looked out the front door. I love magpies! #birds 🪶 #wildlife #photography #BIF

Today's #BirdOfTheDay Alt theme is #BirdsOnFeeders, so here's a gorgeous Pine warbler trying to decide where to trust this cage feeder a few days ago. He chose a different one in the end. #birds #warblers #backyardbirds #wildlife #photography

Lovely reflection of the bird on the water and viceversa! #birding #nature #wildlife #photography

- “Oh yeah? You and what flock?” A Snowy egret may be smaller than a Limpkin, but they're not afraid of confrontation! #birding #wildlife #photography #birds #egrets #herons

Today, I was watching a flock of Roseate spoonbills preen and rest by the lake when they suddenly took to the sky. They did a circle around the lake, then came back down. A beautiful sight! #birding #wildlife #photography #autumn #birds

I was surprised to see how tall these birds can stand since I don't usually see them like that. There's a young one following close behind too. #BirdOfTheDay #Coots&Moorhens #birds

I don't usually get an Eastern Phoebe in my backyard, so I love it when I do, even if it's just a few seconds... #birdwatching #wildlife #backyard #birds #photography

Chipping sparrow at rest, or maybe undecided. I'm sure birds are not always sure either. #birds #wildlife #nature #photography

Here's a #SideView of a Myrtle warbler for #BirdOfTheDay #Birds 🪶

Orange-crowned warbler in the pear tree. #birdwatching #birds #backyardbirds 🪶

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #BirdsOnTwigs, and here's a very young Blue Jay taking a nap by my window 🪶💙

Good morning! Here's a Myrtle warbler, looking unusually still, for #BirdOfTheDay, where the theme today is #Borbs. #birdwatching

The Loggerhead Shrike, a predatory #songbird that behaves like a raptor, is my pick for today's #BirdoftheDay. #Birding #wildlife #Photography

A thirsty little bird in the sunshine to brighten your afternoon. #birdwatching 🪶 #nature #photography #wildlife

Eurasian Collared-dove at rest in a myrtle tree. #birdwatching 🪶 #nature #photography #wildlife

A tale of two warblers - He's right behind me, isn't he? Orange-crowned and Pine warbler, not necessarily keen on sharing food. #birdwatching #warblers #birds 🪶

One of these things is not like the others 🎵 #birdwatching 🪶#warblers #yellow #flowers

Fall in the garden; winter migrants arriving daily :) #birding #garden #backyard #birds #photography

A juvenile Black-bellied whistling duck for #BirdOfTheDay. The theme is #Reflections #birding

Today's #BirdOfTheDay theme is #BerriesAndBeaks. These mockingbirds were happy to find some blackberries in my backyard. I don't think the young one was ready for such a big bite though! #Mockingbird #birdwatching