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@Swede1952 @swede1952.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

A Yellow Plea I like how the American goldfinch (Spinus tristis) seems to call out to the chipping sparrow (Spizella passerina) as it departs. ... 1/2 #photo #photography #photographer #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #AmericanGoldfinch #ChippingSparrow

"Only the left edge of a wooden bird feeder appears in the lower right corner of the frame — just a slim strip of weathered wood, barely enough space for a single bird to perch. Balanced on that narrow edge is a male American goldfinch, bright and striking. His body is a rich, glowing yellow, almost like a small lantern against the soft, muted background. His wings carry bold black-and-white patterns, crisp and clean, but his head is pure yellow — smooth, unmarked, without the black cap that males wear in summer.

He’s turned toward the left, leaning forward slightly, beak parted as if calling out — a sharp, urgent note frozen in mid‑moment. His posture feels alert, almost pleading, like he’s trying to get the attention of someone already slipping away.

On the left side of the image, a chipping sparrow is caught in mid‑flight. Its brown‑and‑tan feathers blur into soft streaks as its wings beat rapidly. The sparrow’s tiny feet are tucked close to its belly, and its body angles upward, already committed to leaving. It’s rising away from the feeder, away from the goldfinch, but still close enough that you can feel the connection — a fleeting exchange between two birds, one calling out, the other already airborne.

The background melts into gentle, out‑of‑focus branches and soft woodland colors, making the birds stand out like two small voices in a quiet morning. The whole scene feels like a moment of communication caught just before it disappears — the goldfinch calling, the sparrow departing, and only the faintest sliver of feeder anchoring the moment to earth." - Microsoft Copilot with edits by the photographer

@Swede1952 @swede1952.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Sparrows in the Sun These are chipping sparrows (Spizella passerina) gathered and foraging on a grassy patch. The composition, in a funny 1/2 #photo #photography #photographer #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #sparrows #chippingsparrows

"A small gathering of chipping sparrows rests in a patch of sun‑warmed grass, each bird no bigger than a cupped hand. Their bodies are soft brown with faint streaks, but their heads carry that unmistakable rusty cap — a warm, cinnamon-red patch that glows gently in the light. A thin black eye‑line cuts across each face like a delicate brushstroke, giving them a sharp, alert expression even in stillness.

They stand close together, scattered like fallen leaves across the green. The grass around them is a mix of bright blades and darker shadows, bending slightly under their tiny weight. Behind them lies a thick, weathered log — gray, cracked, and heavy — anchoring the scene with a sense of age and quiet permanence.

The sunlight feels late-afternoon gentle, casting a warm wash over the birds and the ground. You can almost imagine the faint rustle of feathers, the tiny hops, the soft pecking at seeds hidden in the grass. It’s a peaceful moment — a small community of sparrows sharing the same patch of earth, calm and unhurried." - Microsoft Copilot

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