The grackle is captured in the act of holding a large, light-brown insect, possibly a grasshopper, in its beak, suggesting foraging or feeding behavior. The background is composed of lush green foliage, which is softly blurred, keeping the focus squarely on the bird. The bird has a glossy, iridescent plumage, with its head and upper chest displaying vibrant blue and purple hues that contrast with its darker, bronzed body feathers. It possesses a long, tapered bill and a distinct, staring yellow eye.

Don't grackle too much when you see his yellow eye staring from among the lush green leaves; he's just decoding a tasty morsel message. 🦉🦅🌿🐦🐦‍⬛

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A Grackle with heavy head molt sits at the feeder, looking down.

A Grackle sits at the feeder kind of cowered, with wings held away from the body to stay cool.

A puffed-up Grackle at the feeder.

The Grackles are ready for hot weather. They are growing new feathers and do the "show boat", puffing up to keep cool. And in between snacking, they go and take refreshing baths at the pond. All the while looking magnificent. Oh, to be a Grack... #birds #CountGrackula