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Posts by TARA SMITHSON -Wildlife & Nature πŸ“Έ

"In the now" is a good way to live.

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Its supposed to be El Nino so maybe winter won't be so cold.

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Lovely!!!

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I love it!

12 hours ago 1 0 1 0

Totes.

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Thanks. They're like mini unicorns. πŸ¦„πŸ€£

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Got to put the flannelette sheets on shortly. πŸ›οΈπŸŒ¬οΈ Nights are getting cold. πŸ₯Άβ„️ Have a good day, Audrey. πŸ˜Šβ˜€οΈ

14 hours ago 1 0 1 0

Haa yep.

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Two Crested Pigeons are perched side-by-side on the edge of a weathered, orange terracotta tiled roof. The bird in the foreground stands alert, showing off its signature tall, thin black crest and bright orange eye-ring, with its soft grey feathers catching the sunlight. Its companion sits just behind it, partially obscured but mirroring the pose. The background features the rhythmic pattern of the roof tiles, while a soft, out-of-focus green branch in the lower-left corner adds a natural frame and a sense of depth to the urban wildlife scene.

Two Crested Pigeons are perched side-by-side on the edge of a weathered, orange terracotta tiled roof. The bird in the foreground stands alert, showing off its signature tall, thin black crest and bright orange eye-ring, with its soft grey feathers catching the sunlight. Its companion sits just behind it, partially obscured but mirroring the pose. The background features the rhythmic pattern of the roof tiles, while a soft, out-of-focus green branch in the lower-left corner adds a natural frame and a sense of depth to the urban wildlife scene.

Good morning from Oz. πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ¦˜β˜€οΈ

A couple of crested pigeons enjoying the early sun.
🐦🌞😊

#birds #birdphotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #nature #naturephotography #Canon #R5 #Australia #BirdOfTheDay

15 hours ago 39 9 3 0

I love those looking right at you shots.

1 day ago 1 0 1 0

Thanks, Tony. πŸ›πŸ¦

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A close-up, profile shot of a Sacred Kingfisher perched on a thick, sun-dappled tree branch. The bird has pale buff underparts, a dark eye, and shimmering muted turquoise-blue wings. It holds a large cicada firmly in its beak; the insect's translucent, veined wings are spread wide, catching the light as it is about to be consumed. The background is a soft, out-of-focus mosaic of green leaves and bright bokeh, highlighting the sharp detail of the kingfisher’s feathers and its impressive catch.

A close-up, profile shot of a Sacred Kingfisher perched on a thick, sun-dappled tree branch. The bird has pale buff underparts, a dark eye, and shimmering muted turquoise-blue wings. It holds a large cicada firmly in its beak; the insect's translucent, veined wings are spread wide, catching the light as it is about to be consumed. The background is a soft, out-of-focus mosaic of green leaves and bright bokeh, highlighting the sharp detail of the kingfisher’s feathers and its impressive catch.

This juvenile Sacred Kingfisher was treetop dining. The cicada was almost as big as him. 🐦🌳

He clutched onto the cicada forever - before going "Chomp." πŸ¦—πŸ“Έ

#BirdofTheDay #ComeEatWithMe #birds #birdphotography #wildlife #photography #nature #naturephotography #Canon #R5 #Australia

1 day ago 53 10 2 0

Incredible sharpness. Birds can teach us so many things. Walk tall is a good one.

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Appreciated as always.🫢

1 day ago 1 0 0 0

Amaze.

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Fantastic shot.

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Thanks for sharing. That's a big nest. These two are at the end of my street on a crane. It's super far away so couldn't get a good shot. But think they're building a nest there.

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Thanks so much. πŸ¦†πŸ¦†πŸ¦†πŸ¦†πŸ¦†

1 day ago 1 0 0 0

Wow. That's a spectacle

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Cheers, Elie. πŸ¦…

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Woweee.

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Love it!

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The last time I saw a bald eagle was when I was in the US in 2022. You're lucky to have them!

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Thanks so much, Lori. I love the raptors. πŸ¦…πŸͺ½

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Oh fabulous! You got a two for the price of one deal. πŸ¦…πŸ¦…

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Thanks, Alan. πŸ¦…πŸͺ½

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An action shot of an Osprey in mid-flight, captured from a side-profile perspective against a soft, blurred grayish-blue background.

The bird's wings are spread wide; the near wing is angled downward, showcasing intricate rows of dark brown and tan feathers with a barred pattern on the underside. Its body is primarily white with brown mottling, and its head features a distinctive dark eye stripe and a sharp, hooked black beak. Its talons are tucked neatly beneath its tail as it glides with focused precision.  The wings furthest away is stretched  outright ans down as it flies and turns.

An action shot of an Osprey in mid-flight, captured from a side-profile perspective against a soft, blurred grayish-blue background. The bird's wings are spread wide; the near wing is angled downward, showcasing intricate rows of dark brown and tan feathers with a barred pattern on the underside. Its body is primarily white with brown mottling, and its head features a distinctive dark eye stripe and a sharp, hooked black beak. Its talons are tucked neatly beneath its tail as it glides with focused precision. The wings furthest away is stretched outright ans down as it flies and turns.

Managed to be almost eye-level with this Osprey πŸ¦… (I was on a cliff) ⛰️ There’s something incredible about seeing the world from the same height as a hunting raptor. 🀩

#Birds #BirdOfTheDay #nature #NaturePhotography #Wildlife #photography #birding #Canon #R5 #birdwatching

1 day ago 76 8 5 0

Great low angle, Lori. πŸ“πŸ¦

2 days ago 1 0 1 0

Fabulous!

2 days ago 1 0 1 0
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Stats for this photo if anyone reads this reply if it's helpful. Post produced in Light Room Classic.

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