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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Welcome to the world, Juvenile Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis) Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) foraging. They blend in with the forested floor. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

There were at least four of these beauties dancing along the tree tops, but only one came down to check me out as it serenaded me. Such a beautiful bird! Yellow-throated Vireo (Vireo flavifrons). Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

This beautiful male Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) gave me the perfect pose with a beautiful background. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) strolling through the marsh. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

** Warning -possible disturbing photo ** Purple Martins (Progne subis) seem to be docile birds, but come nesting/mating time, things can get ugly very quickly. The battle for nesting box supremacy on is display here. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Orchard Oriole (Icterus spurius) singing its heart out. I truly love Spring. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

As a general rule, I like to photograph birds in their native environment; not manmade. It has only taken 2 years to finally get a picture of the magnificent Red-shouldered Hawk (Buteo lineatus). Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) resting in the calm waters. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

I’m so grateful I was able to capture this sweet moment of a male Downy Woodpecker (Dryobates pubescens) feeding a young one. This is my oasis in a noisy world. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots mybirdshots.pixels.com

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

How fortuitous this morning while walking on the trail, this bird just flew in front of me and posed. I was able to snap off a bunch of photos. Stunning Blue Grosbeak (Passerina caerulea). I forgot to mention that it’s a lifer for me. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

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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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

A reminder that my photography is available to adorn your walls. My gallery is at mybirdshots.pixels.com. If there is something I posted here but does not appear in my gallery, please let me know and I will rectify that.

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

‘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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

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

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

When I have a photo that is pretty much blown out but still photogenic, I will attempt to resurrect it and if that doesn’t work I will try to be artsy with it. Such is the case with this handsome Ruddy Duck (Oxyura jamaicensis). I like how it turned out. #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

I haven’t been birding in a while as the cold temps preclude me from getting out. But I still have a little reservoir of pics that I can share. Here is a lovely Carolina Chickadee (Poecile carolinensis) working the trees. #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

What a grouchy looking expression! 😊 Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) perched in a tree. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

The beautiful female Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis). Her mate was close by but not as eager to get his picture taken. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotograohy #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Top 3 popular liked pics of 2025. Bluesky topped, followed by NC Birding and Sr. Shutterbug groups on Facebook. Thanks to all of you for your likes, comments, shares. I wish you all the best 2026. #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

I love these little chatterbox wrens. Their songs make me happy. Once in a while, they will stay still enough to photograph them. Carolina Wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus) Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

The always beautifully cute; while punked-out Tufted Titmouse (Baeolophus bicolor) Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

White-throated Sparrow (Zonotrichia albicollis) in it’s beautiful winter plumage. Wilson, NC #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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MyBirdShots @mybirdshots.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

Just like the Bayberry candle light on Christmas Eve and then again on New Year’s Eve, the bluebird also symbolizes hope, happiness, love, renewal and good fortune. I love and am happy when I see an Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis), such as this beautiful male. #bird #birdphotography #mybirdshots

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