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Gray January days are no match for the scarlet-plumed.

#birds #birding #NorthernCardinal #winter #nature #NaturePhotography #SolaceInNature #DelightOverDarkness #TheWorldIsStillBeautiful

A male Northern Cardinal faces left as it perches on a tiny bare branch in a snow flurry. It has bright red plumage, including its crest, a black face, and a large red bill.

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@cheriecreationstruck@birds.town · 4 weeks ago

Gray January days are no match for the scarlet-plumed.

#birds #birding #NorthernCardinal #winter #nature #NaturePhotography #SolaceInNature #DelightOverDarkness #TheWorldIsStillBeautiful

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Swede’s Photographs

@Swede1952@universeodon.com · last month

Grassland Encounter

Charlie and I spent a couple of hours outside yesterday, watching the birds and breathing in the cool air. I was hoping to spot something unusual—one of the odd species that sometimes pass through—but it was just the usual suspects for this time of year.

Still, there was a quiet moment worth noting: a sparrow and a cardinal sharing a patch of ground as they foraged. The cardinal found something—a grub or insect, maybe—and the sparrow turned to look, curious about the find. Not quite companions, but neighbors in the moment.

Discover nature's fleeting moments through my lens—visit my photo gallery to see more.

https://swede1952-photographs.pixels.com

#photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #sparrow #ChippingSparrow #NorthernCardinal

"Two birds share a patch of sunlit grass, their small forms nestled among blades that bend and shimmer in soft green hues. On the right stands a female Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis), her body cloaked in warm brown tones with subtle washes of red along her wings, tail, and crest. Her bright orange beak grips a small insect or grub, a quiet triumph of morning foraging. Her posture is alert yet composed, angled slightly forward as if mid-step or mid-thought.

To her left, a Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina) perches low to the ground. Smaller and more compact, it wears a coat of gray and brown streaks, with a crisp dark eye stripe that gives its gaze a focused, almost scholarly look. Its feathers blend into the earthy tones of the grass, making it appear as if the ground itself had lifted a bird into view.

The two birds are close—perhaps not companions, but neighbors in the moment. The photograph captures their proximity with clarity and grace, each bird distinct yet harmonized by the shared setting. The grass beneath them is textured and alive, dotted with shadow and light, giving the scene a sense of quiet movement and natural rhythm." - Microsoft Copilot — "Two birds share a patch of sunlit grass, their small forms nestled among blades that bend and shimmer in soft green hues. On the right stands a female Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis), her body cloaked in warm brown tones with subtle washes of red along her wings, tail, and crest. Her bright orange beak grips a small insect or grub, a quiet triumph of morning foraging. Her posture is alert yet composed, angled slightly forward as if mid-step or mid-thought. To her left, a Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina) perches low to the ground. Smaller and more compact, it wears a coat of gray and brown streaks, with a crisp dark eye stripe that gives its gaze a focused, almost scholarly look. Its feathers blend into the earthy tones of the grass, making it appear as if the ground itself had lifted a bird into view. The two birds are close—perhaps not companions, but neighbors in the moment. The photograph captures their proximity with clarity and grace, each bird distinct yet harmonized by the shared setting. The grass beneath them is textured and alive, dotted with shadow and light, giving the scene a sense of quiet movement and natural rhythm." - Microsoft Copilot

Swede’s Photographs

@Swede1952@universeodon.com · last month

Grassland Encounter

Discover nature's fleeting moments through my lens—visit my photo gallery to see more.

https://swede1952-photographs.pixels.com

#photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #sparrow #ChippingSparrow #NorthernCardinal

Swede’s Photographs

@Swede1952@universeodon.com · 3 months ago

Do You Have a Beef with Me Buddy?

I captured a photo of a rather plump Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) who appears to be staring me down with quiet intensity. The original image had quite a bit of noise, so some feather detail was lost in the cleanup—but even so, it’s a delight to behold.

Step into a world where even the smallest moments—like the glint in a bird's eye—tell their own story.

https://swede1952-photographs.pixels.com

#photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #NorthernCardinal

"A brilliant male Northern Cardinal perches with quiet authority on a slender, leafless branch. His plumage blazes in saturated crimson, a living ember against the soft, blurred backdrop of green foliage. The red is not uniform—it deepens around his wings and tail, while his crest rises like a flame, sharp and proud.

His face is marked by a bold black mask that stretches from the base of his stout orange beak to encircle his eyes, giving him a look of dignified alertness. The beak itself is conical and powerful, designed for cracking seeds but here closed in contemplative stillness.

The branch he rests on is pale and textured, its bark slightly rough, offering a natural pedestal for this avian jewel. The background is a gentle wash of green, softly out of focus, suggesting a lush forest or garden beyond. This blur enhances the cardinal’s sharpness, making him appear almost sculptural—etched in light and color.

There is no motion in the image, yet the bird’s posture hints at readiness. His claws grip the branch with precision. His gaze is forward, steady, as if watching something unseen. The entire composition feels reverent, as if nature paused to admire its own handiwork." - Microsoft Copilot — "A brilliant male Northern Cardinal perches with quiet authority on a slender, leafless branch. His plumage blazes in saturated crimson, a living ember against the soft, blurred backdrop of green foliage. The red is not uniform—it deepens around his wings and tail, while his crest rises like a flame, sharp and proud. His face is marked by a bold black mask that stretches from the base of his stout orange beak to encircle his eyes, giving him a look of dignified alertness. The beak itself is conical and powerful, designed for cracking seeds but here closed in contemplative stillness. The branch he rests on is pale and textured, its bark slightly rough, offering a natural pedestal for this avian jewel. The background is a gentle wash of green, softly out of focus, suggesting a lush forest or garden beyond. This blur enhances the cardinal’s sharpness, making him appear almost sculptural—etched in light and color. There is no motion in the image, yet the bird’s posture hints at readiness. His claws grip the branch with precision. His gaze is forward, steady, as if watching something unseen. The entire composition feels reverent, as if nature paused to admire its own handiwork." - Microsoft Copilot

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