Photography of Birds – Set # 157

Set # 157

Tufted Titmouse

Tufted titmice nest in a hole in a tree, either a natural cavity, a human-made nest box, or sometimes an old woodpecker nest. They line the nest with soft materials, sometimes plucking hair from a live animal such as a dog. If they find snake skin sheddings, they may incorporate pieces into their nest. Eggs measure under 1 inch (2.5 centimetres) long and are white or cream-colored with brownish or purplish spots.

Carolina Chickadee

During the fall migration and winter, chickadees often flock together. Many other species of birds, including titmice, nuthatches, and warblers can often be found foraging in these flocks. Mixed flocks stay together because the chickadees call out whenever they find a good source of food. This calling out forms cohesion for the group, allowing the other birds to find food more efficiently.

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12 thoughts on “Photography of Birds – Set # 157”

susanpoozan on October 18, 2020 at 12:01 pm said:

Sweet pictures!

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- H.J. for avian101 on October 18, 2020 at 4:59 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much, Susan. 🙂
  
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bayphotosbydonna on October 18, 2020 at 9:45 pm said:

Cool info on the Carolina Chickadee’s assistance in helping other migrants find food. That’s amazing!

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- H.J. for avian101 on October 19, 2020 at 3:34 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much, Donna. 🙂
  
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silviadeangelis40d on October 19, 2020 at 1:58 am said:

Immagini meravigliose…
Buona settimana,silvia

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- H.J. for avian101 on October 19, 2020 at 3:41 pm said:
  
  Sei così gentile e dolce. Grazie mille. 🙂
  
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de Wets Wild on October 19, 2020 at 3:01 am said:

They both seem so dainty but I am sure they are perfectly adapted to their niche. Beautiful photographs as always, H.J.

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- H.J. for avian101 on October 19, 2020 at 3:43 pm said:
  
  Oh yes! They are both “regulars” in my backyard. Thanks, D. 🙂
  
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Cynthia Reyes on October 20, 2020 at 4:32 pm said:

The Carolina chickadee is lovely. It’s head also looks blue, whereas I think ours up here are black. They are sweet little birdies, whatever their colour!

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- H.J. for avian101 on October 20, 2020 at 7:14 pm said:
  
  It is actually black, the sky reflection makes it look bluish. Thank you, Cynthia. 🙂
  
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Cynthia Reyes on October 20, 2020 at 4:33 pm said:

Not sure why — when I write ‘its’ it becomes ‘it’s’ — but if you don’t mind, I don’t mind!

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- H.J. for avian101 on October 20, 2020 at 7:15 pm said:
  
  🙂
  
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