The Red-Winged Blackbirds and Common Grackles (Quiscalus quiscula) were battling each other for this spot on the tree. This round, the Grackle won. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

Along with their sweet singing, White-throated Sparrows (Zonotrichia albicollis) perform pre-migration rituals to attract others to fly with them as they journey back north. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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Carolina Wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus) popping about from tree to tree. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

The songs of Spring continue. Among the chorus, you will hear one; perhaps two tones of the little Tufted Titmouse (Baeolophus bicolor). Springtime is magical. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

Morning calisthenics. Strrrrrretch those tail feathers. Yellow-rumped Warbler (Setophaga coronata) Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

I love watching the aerobatic shows these tiny little tree-clingers put on. They are so fun to watch. Brown-headed Nuthatch (Sitta pusilla) Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

This beautiful little Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe) is basking in the Spring sunshine. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

The highlight of the outing was this Muskrat too busy eating to be bothered by me. Wilson, NC #mammal #muskrat #myothershots

The Purple Martins have returned again. It’s fun to watch their flying and interactions. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

This beautiful bird flew into the path in front of me, allowing me to get some shots off before it flew off into the safety of the deep foliage. Hermit Thrush (Catharus guttatus) Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

They say that these Chipping Sparrows (Spizella passerina) are year-round residents, but I’ve only seen them in the Spring/Summer/Fall months. It is singing for a prospective mate. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis) peering over his shoulder. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

These gorgeous winter beauties will soon be migrating back North for the Summer. White-throated Sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis). Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

Female Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) minding her own business while two males were calling. She didn’t seem interested. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

Another “I didn’t know” series. I’ve seen and photographed Wilson’s Snipes (Gallinago delicata) before. I always thought they were skittish loner birds. Imagine my surprise when I happened upon 36 of these foraging. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

‘Tis the season for these sandpipers to nest down and bring the next generation of Killdeer (Charadrius vociferus). They build nests in the most open spots and when intruders (including humans) get too close, they will fake an injury to sway us away from the nest. #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

A beautiful little Ruby-crowned Kinglet (Corthylio calendula) captured before it flitted off to another branch, another tree. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

I heard what I thought was a Northern Mockingbird, but was “today years old” when, instead I saw a Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) singing its heart out. I didn’t know they had a similar song as the Mockingbird. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

I was out and about when I heard the (what I thought) was tapping by a woodpecker. When my ears and eyes trained to the location, I was surprised to find not a woodpecker, but a beautiful tiny Brown-headed Nuthatch (Sitta pusilla) tapping for insects. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

You know you’re getting old when you see these circling in the sky and perched around you - waiting for a quick meal. 🤣😂 Wilson , NC

Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus) #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

It’s a beautiful Sunny and warm Sunday, so this pic I took Saturday fits my perspective and attitude. Eastern Bluebird male (Sialia sialis). Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

A pair of Double-crested Cormorants (Nannopterum auritum) practicing for the synchronized swimming event at the 2027 Summer Olympics. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

The beautiful little balls of feathers that rarely stay still as they are always in pursuit of something. The Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis). Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

The Dark-eyed Juncos (Junco hyemalis), and specifically the Slate-colored subspecies. They have been foraging in the woods and around my house. They are a joy to behold. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

A shy/wary male Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) peeking out in the trees. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

While venturing out in the sub-zero temps yesterday, the Great Blue Herons (Ardea herodias) were all along the shoreline; almost like they were frozen there. I like the back light effect which contrasts nicely with the dark foreground. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

The beautiful little agile and great diver that can stay under water for 30 seconds and dive to depths of 20 feet in search of a meal or to escape the photographer - the adorable Pied-billed Grebe (Podilymbus podiceps). Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus) peering at me over his shoulder. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

Cuteness overload with these little Ruby-crowned Kinglets (Corthylio calendula). Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots