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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

We were out on an evening walk when I came upon this ol' bobcat (lynx Rufus). I unintentionally threw off it's vibe while it was hunting for rabbits. The reason for the crows going crazy makes sense now. North Texas #photography #cats #nature #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #Texas

While out on an evening walk, I heard the crows going wild, even the squirrels were barking. Usually it means there is a predator in the area. Sure enough, I met up face to face with this bobcat.

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Ms. Stacy @govegan68.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

I found this shimmery gold beauty in my garden! 🤩 #FungiFriday #PNW #Macro #Mushroom

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Suse @bookish33.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

The #curve of the poppie’s petals, for this week’s #BlueSkyArtShow ~ from my wildflower garden last year #bloomscrolling #photography

A red poppy beside a green leaf, stem and greenery, with a blurred background.

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Amy Borgman @amyborgman.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

I love the underrated, under-appreciated pollinator magnet that is spirea! Also called Japanese meadowsweet. #coloraday #pinkmon #bloomscrolling #nature

An up close snapshot of a spirea bush with bright pink floral clusters and lime green leaves.

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Aleesia @aleesia27.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Rise, sip and shine, it’s officially summertime! 🕊️☕️☀️ #Stunday #SummerSolstice #sunrise #sky

The sun coming up over the Thompson River, in the Interior of British Columbia. The sky is blue with scattered clouds, and there’s a reflection of the dark mountains and trees on the water.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

"Do you mind if I make this my new home?" the Carolina Chickadee politely asked. "Oh please do!" I replied. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Carolina Chickadee sits perched in front of a large, tire-shaped feeder filled with seeds. Its head is turned back and facing the camera.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

This little cutie was watching the morning sun come up on a nice opening in the Jane magnolia. "It never gets old", the Tufted Titmouse said. Then flew off but not without taking a peanut. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Tufted Titmouse nestled in a Jane magnolia. Its light gray feathers stand out among the green leaves around it. Its head is tilted to its side, almost at a 45 degree angle.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

I heard a groan coming from this House Finch. "Are you okay?", I asked. "It rained all night. Rain, then lightning, then thunder, then more rain.", he replied. 'Oh dear, I'm so sorry" I offered. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A House Finch sitting on a curved iron hook, sometimes referred to as a Shepard's hook. The male finch looks miserable, with his feathers puffed out and a look that is staring off to the distance.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

This year I'm trying out Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea) to help keep away the mosquitoes. Apparently the flowers and leaves are edible too. North Texas #photography #gardens #nature #naturephotography #bloomscrolling #flowers

Society Garlic flowers blooming. Its light purple flowers almost glow against a dark background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

On this evening again I found the Mississippi Kite perched on the same tree. We both stood and watched as the moon rose up across the evening sky. North Texas #photography #birdsofprey #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Mississippi Kite perched on a branch. An almost full moon is blurred against a blue, evening sky.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Well I'm happy to report that we don't just have one young crow but three! The parents have been bringing them every evening for dinner. I'm going to need to stock up! North Texas #photography #crows #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #backyardbirds

Four crows (3 of which are juvenile) stand on a stone bench feeding and drinking together. Up until this point I thought there was only one but surprised (and quite happy) to see three. One adult is with them and the other parent is close by (not pictured).

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Normally I keep a shallow saucer with water next to the crow's food. They like to dip their food while they eat. This young crow decided it was perfect to take a bath. North Texas #photography #crows #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #backyardbirds

A juvenile crow sits in a shallow, terracotta saucer filled with water. Normally I keep this nearby their food because crows like to dip their food in water to help swallow it.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I decided to bring my camera on an evening walk just in case I ran into this Mississippi Kite I had seen last night. And there it was, same tree, same time. North Texas #photography #birdsofprey #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Mississippi Kite perched high on a dead tree. The setting sun shines on its red eyes as it looks off towards the horizon.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

The crows that visit are officially parents! Today I spotted a young crow accompanied by two adults. It couldn't stand for very long but it was sure hungry. North Texas #photography #crows #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #backyardbirds

An adult and a young crow stand along a brown wooden fence. The young crow has its mouth wide open and directed at the adult. The adult is looking in the opposite direction, as if it hasn't noticed.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

First Bluejay: I'm seeing something quite interesting. Second Bluejay: I am also seeing something equally quite interesting. The conversation continued, each finding equally interesting things. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

Two Bluejays, sitting opposite each other on a hanging platform. Both are almost mirroring each other, looking downward at perhaps some seeds.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

I was out of the country for several weeks and my biggest fear was that the crows would stop their daily visits (hourly in fact). On the morning of my return they were there to say "welcome back". North Texas #photography #crows #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #backyardbirds

A black crow leans over three small terracotta saucers with food. It's trying to fit as many shelled peanuts as it can. The sun is showing how shiny its feathers are.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

"I'm so fancy I can't even stand it!" proclaimed the Eurasian collared dove. The Bluejay was not amused. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Eurasian collared dove perched on a branch while a Bluejay looks in its direction from behind.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

The pollinators are loving what my vitex has to offer them. I watched as the bees were dancing around while the late afternoon sunlight illuminated them. North Texas #photography #pollinators #nature #naturephotography #bloomscrolling #flowers

A vitex in full bloom with purple flowers. A couple of bees are hovering close. The sunlight is shining down from behind, causing everything to have a glowing outline. This is what prompted me to capture the moment.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

I noticed this Bluejay was struggling to stand. That's when I saw it had only one leg. Poor thing has been through a lot. I'll keep those seeds coming sweet friend. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Bluejay sits on the edge of a platform feeder with a round nut in between its beak. It sits flat on the edge because I noticed it only had one leg. It struggled to stand but still was determined to get some seeds.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

I found a family of Mute Swans with at least four little cygnets swimming close behind. It had been raining for the past couple of days and so the air was brisk and fresh. Lago di Varese, Italy #photography #swan #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography

Two adult Mute Swans swim with four little cygnets swimming close behind. The lake reflects the blue sky after a few days of rain.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

A nice little balcony with a bell tower. Laveno, Italy #photography #streetphotography #italy

A medieval Italian house with a small balcony. A bell tower emerges in the background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

This Mute Swan waddled onto the lake shore to stretch out it's legs. Lago di Varese, Italy #photography #swan #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography

Mute Swan stretching it's right leg back. Green grass lies in the foreground while a blue lake ripples in the background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

*ehm ehm* I heard someone clearing their throat. Then I noticed it was this American Robin staring at the empty plate. "Did you forget the mealworms this morning?" he asked. I quickly got to work! North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

An American Robin standing straight next to an empty terra cotta saucer.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

When this Carolina chickadee saw that fresh sunflower seeds were today's special, it got excited and called out "chick-a-dee-dee-dee!!" North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Carolina chickadee perched on a branch. It is looking downward with its beak opened in mid-call.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Although many of the Dark-eyed juncos have migrated up north, this little one has decided to stay a little longer. Usually they are one of the first to arrive when breakfast seeds are ready. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

Dark-eyed junco looking towards the camera and perched on a branch. This little one came hopping in just after I put out fresh seeds and nuts.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Just a few weeks ago our Jane Magnolia (Magnolia liliiflora) started to bloom, signaling the return of spring. Today reached 92 F / 33.5 C. Spring was nice while it lasted. North Texas #photography #spring #nature #naturephotography #bloomscrolling #flowers

A bloom from a Jane Magnolia (Magnolia liliiflora). A deep pink shade transitions to nearly white at the tips. There is a deep brown wooden fence blurred in the background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

"Didn't I see you once already for breakfast?" I said to this Yellow-rumped Warbler. "Yes you did" it said, "but now this is second breakfast." North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

Yellow-rumped Warbler perched on a twig. The twig is off of the suet log feeder I made a few months back.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Today I found my first "gift" from the crows: a regurgitated pellet. I researched it and found that they do this in places where they feel safe or comfortable. I accept but respectfully will discard. North Texas #photography #crows #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #backyardbirds

Three American Crows on a brown wooden fence. The one on the left is eating something while the other two are looking in its direction.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Just when I thought I've seen all the birdies that fly through my yard, here comes a rarity, at least to me. This Fox Sparrow stopped by to hang out and chill for a bit. My face the whole time was 😯 North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Fox Sparrow standing on a stone, flat surface with small seeds scattered across it.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Then came the Yellow-rumped Warbler. It stopped and gave me that look which, by now, I was well familiar with. It began to dance, all while maintaining the same eye contact. I could only do the same. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Yellow-rumped Warbler perched on a large, ceramic white plate. It looks at the camera, with a smile almost. It is a bright sunny day.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

"You think you know pizzazz but you don't... til now" said a voice. It was this female cardinal staring me in the eye. I didn't understand, but maybe I wasn't supposed to. I said "thanks". North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A female Northern Cardinal with a very tall crest. It is a bright, sunny day with green foliage blurred in the background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

But the Dark-eyed junco didn't immediately fly off after that exchange. For the next few minutes it ate seeds, all while watching me from the side. There was a bit of dancing involved too. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Dark-eyed junco with its head turned to its right side. It has a small seed in its beak. Green foliage is blurred in the background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

"You've got to just lean into it and show pizzazz!", this Dark-eyed junco said to me. I wasn't sure what advice this was for. I just replied "Thank you?". He winked and smiled back. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A dark eyed junco facing the camera and it's leaning to its left while its right leg is stretched out to its right. It also looks like it's smiling.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

"Excuse me but have you happened to come across any peanuts? I buried one around here and can't remember where." I turned to see this squirrel. "I'll be right out with a handful" I replied and smiled. North Texas #photography #squirrels #wildlife #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography

A fox squirrel standing straight on its two feet looking directly at the camera. Snow covers the ground. Leaves from a nearby Nandina are on either side.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

I am really enjoying having the Eastern Bluebirds here for the winter. They seem to be very social and full of personality. It's a shame they are not here year-round. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

Three Eastern Bluebirds are together having a meal on a terra cotta saucer. The background is mostly white from the snow.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

This Eastern Bluebird seemed to want company, which I was more than happy to give. He had mealworms while I sipped my coffee, just feet apart. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A close-up image of an Eastern Bluebird which faces the camera. The sun shines brightly from above.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

"Make sure to get my good side", said this Carolina Wren when it saw me with my camera. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

Carolina Wren on a tube feeder looking upwards and perky. White snow is the background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Putting out fresh seeds on a cold day and these Mourning Doves magically appear out of nowhere. I was literally 5 feet away (1.5 m) and she didn't mind. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A close-up image of a mourning dove on a platform feeder looking down inside the feeder. Its eyes are locked onto the seeds.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

This was the moment, on a snowy January morning, when they noticed one another. "Excuse me, but you have something on your beak", he said from across the saucer. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

Four Eastern Bluebirds gather around a terra cotta saucer on a snowy January Texas afternoon. Two on opposite ends have locked eyes on one another, in love most likely.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Cold but getting through it, I think this Bluejay actually enjoys the cold. She's been getting all the peanuts and mealworms she wants, often visiting for a quick bite every half hour or so. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Bluejay sits perched on a vote. Its feathers are poofed out because of the cold. A snowy roof is blurred in the background.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Like clockwork, the crows still come for breakfast, even in the snow. This one was loading up on peanuts. I suppose to them its like ordering take away. North Texas #photography #crows #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A crow with two whole peanuts in its beak. It stands on a snowy stone bench and a dark brown wooden fence is behind it. White specks on snow flurries can be seen.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Our first ice storm has arrived for 2026. This poofy White-winged dove is trying to keep warm as more sleet falls. I've moved all the feeders under the patio and full to help them get through it. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

White-winged dove perched on a branch with frozen drops of water hanging from it. Its feathers are ruffled out in an effort to keep warm.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Morning from the Alamo. January 19th, 2026. The Alamo San Antonio, Texas #photography #cityscape #streetphotography #Texas

Front view of the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas. The sun is just behind the top.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

I haven't seen this cutie since last winter. The Yellow-rumped Warbler has been another satisfied customer at the suet log, bringing it's friends several times a day. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Yellow-rumped Warbler perched on a twig. Its head is turned to the left and pointed upward.

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

As promised, here is how I made this suet log feeder. Please ask if anything is unclear. I will try to find the original recipe for making the suet. Hopefully you all find it helpful. North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

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texas2pugs @texas2pugs.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

One of the main reasons for making this suet log feeder was to attract more woodpeckers. This Downy Woodpecker didn't take long to show up, and he's been hungry! North Texas #photography #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #Texas #backyardbirds

A Downy Woodpecker clinging to a hanging suet log. It looks intently at a clump of tasty suet that has been pressed into drilled holes on the log.

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