A medium-sized bird stands alert in a patch of lush green grass, its plumage shimmering with a brilliant, iridescent mix of purple, blue, and green. It has a sharp, bright yellow beak and a slightly ruffled crest of feathers on its head. The surrounding grass is dotted with thin, delicate seed stalks, and the background is a soft, out-of-focus blend of natural green and brown tones.

A European Starling really showing it off. They are abundant, invasive and pretty darn good looking.

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A small, crested songbird is captured in a striking head-on flight, gliding directly toward the camera with its wings fully spread. The underside of its wings reveals a delicate, pale translucent quality, while its body shows a warm buff-orange wash on the flanks. Its dark eyes and small black beak are centered and sharp, framed by its grey plumage. The background is a soft, out-of-focus network of bare spring branches, some with tiny green buds just beginning to emerge.

A Tufted Titmouse coming in for a landing along the trail.

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A tiny, round songbird perches alertly on a thin, thorny reddish branch, facing slightly toward the viewer. The bird features a vibrant yellow-and-black striped crown, olive-green wings with pale bars, and a soft greyish-white underside. The scene is illuminated by bright sunlight, casting a sharp focus on the bird while the background remains a warm, blurred mix of earth tones and budding branches.

An always difficult to photography due to being in constant motion Golden-crowned Kinglet along the trail.

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A small bird with a blue-grey back and a rich rusty-orange belly stands alert on top of a large, brown pinecone nestled in tall green grass. Its head features a sharp black cap and a prominent white stripe through the eye, with its thin, dark beak pointed slightly toward the left. The scene is brightly lit, showcasing the contrast between the bird's colorful feathers and the vibrant green blades of grass and low-growing foliage.

A Red-breasted Nuthatch protecting its prize pine cone. There are more Red-breasted coming through this year than I have ever seen.

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A golden-orange honeybee is captured in mid-flight, hovering just inches away from a cluster of vibrant purple crocus flowers. The bee's wings are a blur of motion, and its legs are tucked and holding a pollen pellet as it prepares to land on the delicate petals to reach the bright yellow stamens inside. The scene is bathed in warm, natural sunlight, with a soft-focus background of earthy mulch and dry leaves that makes the spring colors pop.

Spring is here and this Honey Bee has a nice sized pollen pellet to bring home to the hive.

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A vibrant red bird with a black face and a stout orange beak is perched on a thin, grey branch and facing the camera with its beak wide open. Its feathers are a rich crimson, appearing slightly puffed up, with its long tail feathers hanging straight down below the branch. The background is a soft, out-of-focus network of bare, wintry twigs and muted grey tones, making the bird's bright color pop.

A yawning Northern Cardinal along the trail.

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A small bird with a sharp, pointed beak clings to a diagonal tree branch with peeling bark. Its plumage is a crisp pattern of black and white, featuring white spots on the wings and a distinctive red patch on the back of its head. The background is a soft, out-of-focus wash of vibrant blue and earthy brown.

A small bird with a sharp, slightly open beak perches on a thick, diagonal tree branch. It features a crisp black-and-white patterned body with white spots on its wings and a bold white stripe across its face. The background is a vibrant, out-of-focus blue sky, which makes the detailed textures of the bird's feathers and the rough tree bark stand out.

A Downy Woodpecker and a Hairy Woodpecker along the trail.

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A small bird with a blueish back, wings and top of head. A white face with a black stripe horizontally across the face covering the eye and a rusty breast perched on a branch.

My first sighting of a Red-breasted Nuthatch this season. Most of the Nuthatches are White-breasted around here. The Reds are a rare find.

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A sharp, profile-view photograph of a male Mallard duck swimming from left to right on rippling water. The duck features a vibrant, iridescent green head, a thin white neck ring, and a chestnut-brown chest. A bright yellow bill has droplets of water falling from the tip. Its gray and brown wing is slightly lifted, revealing a patch of brilliant violet-blue feathers. The background consists of dark, blurred water and a textured gray stone edge at the top.

The male of the local Mallard pair that hangs out in the pond all season.

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A small, upright bird with a dark brownish-grey head and back perches calmly on a thin, leafless twig. Its underside is a pale off-white that transitions into a soft, buttery yellow toward its belly and tail, which hangs straight down. The background is a smooth, luminous wash of olive green and muted turquoise, creating a clean and tranquil portrait.

My official start of spring bird photography. First up is this Eastern Phoebe that I followed around for a while along the trail.

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A small songbird with a distinctive striped head and bright yellow patches in front of its eyes stands alert on a forest floor covered in dry, brown leaves. Its body is primarily grey with reddish-brown streaking on its wings, and it has a crisp white throat patch framed by thin black lines. The bird is captured in a front-facing, slightly crouched posture as it forages among the leaf litter in soft, natural light.

A White-throated Sparrow along the trail.

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A large, white waterbird with black-tipped wings stands tall with its wings outstretched in the center of a crowded wetland scene. Surrounding it is a dense flock of smaller, dark-feathered birds with yellow beaks, all gathered on a low-lying patch of land amidst vibrant blue water. Tall green reeds line the background, while a few ducks and a small white heron wade nearby, completing this busy aquatic ecosystem.

An American White Pelican leads a band Cormorants into the water at Jamaica Bay.

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A slender shorebird with long, thin blue-gray legs stands in shallow, calm water with its head dipped down, creating a splash as it feeds. The bird features a crisp white body with brown and white wings and a long, thin, upturned black beak. Its reflection is mirrored in the still water below, set against a serene backdrop of soft green and blue water reflecting the sky and surrounding trees.

An American Avocet sweeping for food in the bay.

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A close-up, low-angle shot shows a large waterfowl swimming directly toward the viewer through rippling grey water. The bird has a shimmering emerald-green head, a bright yellow bill with a small black tip, and a rich, chocolate-brown chest. Its greyish-white body creates a soft contrast against the dark, glossy feathers of its neck, which is highlighted by a thin white ring.

A male Mallard coming right at me.

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A vibrant red bird with a black face and a stout orange beak is captured mid-splash while bathing in a shallow, leaf-filled waterhole. Droplets of water are frozen in the air around its ruffled feathers, creating a dynamic sense of movement against the muddy ground. The surrounding area is scattered with fallen brown leaves and twigs, reflecting the bird’s bright plumage in the rippling water.

A Northern Cardinal taking a bath at the waterhole.

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A small, round bird with warm cinnamon-orange feathers on its chest and a bold white stripe above its eye perches on a wooden bird feeder. It has a long, slightly down-curved beak and is looking off to the right against a soft, blurred brown background. To the left, a black wire suet cage filled with suet is partially visible, casting thin shadows across the wooden frame.

A Carolina Wren watching its back at the feeder.

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Three young, furry mammals with round ears and dark eyes huddle together, peering out from a circular hollow in a textured tree trunk. Their grey and tan fur blends with the rough bark of the tree, and several small paws with tiny claws are visible as they grip the edge of the opening. The scene is brightly lit by natural sunlight, highlighting the soft details of their faces against the dark interior of their nest.

Baby squirrels along the trail.

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Gemini said Two soft, grey/tan-colored birds sit close together on a dark tree branch, touching beaks in an affectionate pose. They are framed by a network of budding branches against a clear, solid blue sky. The birds appear calm and puffed up, creating a peaceful and intimate focal point amidst the surrounding winter-to-spring silhouette.

Mourning Doves canoodling high in the tree.

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A profile view of a small songbird standing on a leafy forest floor, featuring a distinctive cinnamon-brown crest and upper body. Its white underside is covered in bold, dark brown heart-shaped spots that transition into streaks near the throat and neck. The bird has a large, dark eye surrounded by a thin white ring, and the background is a soft-focus blend of earth tones and small green leaves.

A Wood Thrush pausing along the trail.

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A profile view of a medium-sized bird clinging vertically to the side of a weathered, decaying tree trunk while actively pecking, sending small wood chips flying through the air. The bird features a vibrant red crown and nape, a pale tan face and belly, and striking black-and-white horizontal barring across its wings and back. The background consists of a soft, out-of-focus forest setting with dappled sunlight filtering through green foliage.

A Red-bellied Woodpecker making sawdust along the trail.

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A small songbird with a rosy-pink head and breast perches on a thick, sunlit diagonal branch. Its wings and tail are a warm brown with dark streaks, while its pale belly is softly mottled with light red. The bird is captured in profile against a smooth, out-of-focus tan background, highlighting its delicate features and stout beak.

Profile of a Purple Finch along the trail.

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A vibrant, mostly red bird with a prominent crest and a black facial mask perches directly on a slender, bare branch. Its bright red plumage stands out against a soft-focus background of muted brown and gray winter twigs. The bird is captured facing forward with a slightly tilted head, showcasing its thick, orange beak and dark, watchful eyes.

A Northern Cardinal striking a pose along the trail.

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A small, mottled brown and white bird clings vertically to the textured grey bark of a thick tree trunk. Its long, slender, and slightly curved beak points upward as it presses its fluffy white underbelly against the wood. The bird's streaked plumage provides a natural camouflage against the deeply furrowed bark, set against a soft, out-of-focus background.

A Brown Creeper creeping along the trail.

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An extreme close-up captures the head and chest of a waterfowl resting on vibrant blue water. The bird features an iridescent emerald-green head, a bright yellow bill, and a rich chestnut-brown chest with finely detailed feather textures. Its dark, watchful eye is positioned centrally, creating a calm and intimate portrait against the soft, blurred background.

A male Mallard relaxing in the pond along the trail.

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Gemini said A vibrant bird with brilliant scarlet-red feathers and contrasting jet-black wings rests in a shallow, rocky birdbath. Its intense red plumage glows under dappled sunlight, reflecting clearly in the still water surrounding its body. The bird appears alert and calm, with its light-colored beak slightly pointed forward against a dark, earthy background of wet stones and green foliage.

A Scarlet Tanager taking a bath along the trail.

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A striking bird with a jet-black head and brilliant orange underparts splashes energetically in a shallow, leaf-filled woodland pool. Droplets of water are captured mid-air as the bird beats its wings, creating shimmering ripples on the surface that reflect its vibrant colors. The surrounding environment is a mix of dark earthy tones and soft green reflections, highlighting the bird as it bathes in the dappled forest light.

A Baltimore Oriole taking a bath along the trail.

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Free One-to-One Tech Assistance for Older Adults at Cornell Tech (March 15) - OANA - Old Astoria Neighborhood Association The Community Service Club at Cornell Tech will be hosting a free One-to-One Tech Assistance training for older adults on Sunday, March 15. The group will offer personalized help with devices such as ...

Are you an older adult interested in free tech help for phones, laptops, iPads or computers? Cornell Tech student volunteers are hosting a training session on March 15th. Check it out or spread the word!

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A small, vibrant songbird with bright yellow plumage and olive/blueish colored wings perches on a thin, tangled branch amidst a soft-focus green forest. The bird is captured in a spirited moment with its head tilted back and its slender beak wide open in mid-song. Its dark, mask-like eye stripe stands out sharply against its golden feathers, adding a striking detail to the expressive pose.

A Blue-winged Warbler making some noise along the trail

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A medium-sized songbird with rosy-pink feathers on its head and chest is perched upright on a jagged, weathered wooden branch. It is facing to the right, looking out over its environment under warm, natural sunlight that highlights the texture of its plumage. The background is a soft, completely blurred natural gradient of warm browns and tans, creating a peaceful and focused portrait.

A Purple Finch calmly perched along the trail.

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