This is a beautiful photograph of a Blackburnian Warbler (Setophaga fusca) in flight, captured in May 2024 in Central Park. The bird is midair, wings lifted upward, with its legs tucked and claws extended slightly, giving a dynamic sense of motion. Its plumage is striking — the bright orange throat and upper chest contrast sharply with the bold black streaks across its white belly and flanks. The head shows a vivid orange face bordered by bold black lines running from the beak through the eye and down the side of the neck, while the wings are grayish with darker markings. The background is a lush blur of fresh green leaves and sunlight, a soft bokeh effect that highlights the sharp details of the warbler. On the left, bright green compound leaves hang gracefully, adding balance to the composition. The photograph, credited to Gregory Rothman (2024), captures both the delicate beauty of spring migration and the fleeting, energetic nature of warblers in motion.

Another shot of on the walk with #BirdingBob of the #BlackburnianWarbler #Setophagafusca in C Park, NYC.

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A brightly colored bird is captured mid-flight against a clear blue sky. The bird’s wings are fully extended, showing a beautiful fan of delicate feathers with light and dark contrasts. Its body features a stunning combination of colors: a fiery orange throat and face, bordered with bold black streaks on its crown and around the eyes. The bird’s underparts are pale, and its back shows olive and black markings. It is flying upward beside a branch of green-yellow leaves, which add a lively frame to the composition. The sunlight enhances the softness of the feathers and the warmth of the bird’s coloration. The photo is artistically composed and visually crisp. 📸 Photo credit: @gregory rothman 2024 (noted on the image ID The bird in the image is a Blackburnian Warbler (Setophaga fusca), a small songbird known for its striking and vivid plumage.

Last visit to NYC last year. Went on a walk with #BirdingBob in C Park. At the very end, we came upon a #Blackburnian Warbler (Setophaga fusca)

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A Redstart and some Mallards and Pond Sliders at the Turtle Pond dock seen with Birding Bob today!

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