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#summertanager — Public Fediverse posts

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  1. Face in the Foliage

    Charlie and I were sitting outside this morning when a female summer tanager (Piranga rubra) stopped in the oak tree that stands inside our fenced backyard. I took a few snaps but only managed one where her head and face were clearly visible. It occurs to me I’ve never photographed a male—he must be around somewhere.

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

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

  2. Roughleaf Dogwood (Cornus drummondii), a common shrub #native to the central US that can grow from seed or from root sprouts. The abundant fruits in late summer/early autumn are a terrific source of carbohydrates for migrating #birds seeking #fruits to help fatten up for #migration. Today I noticed a #SummerTanager using its #hover #gleaning behavior to pluck the fruits. That's one more satisfied customer, bulking up for its impending sojourn to #Peru!