A Surprise Spotted Towhee In Fall Colors
Yesterday morning I finally got out into the field again and I actually found a few birds. (7 versions of six photos)
Tag: pipilo maculatus
Spotted Towhee Making A Living In Harsh Conditions
The Towhee Twostep
When it’s done in snow the results of the ‘towhee twostep’ can be pretty spectacular.
Spotted Towhee At The Beginning Of Yesterday’s Snowstorm
Damn tough shooting conditions but I found a bunch of birds in an unexpected place.
Spotted Towhee(s) Transitioning Into Adult Plumage
These juveniles look a little scruffy this time of year but I refuse to make a big deal out them not looking their best, especially after the photo I posted of myself two days ago.
Spotted Towhee In A Weird Takeoff Posture
Or perhaps it was a threat posture. Or a combination of both. Either way I thought it was a little bizarre.
Male Spotted Towhee
Because of their striking colors and skulking habits this is one of about a half-dozen of my most sought-after species.
Spotted Towhee – A Nemesis No Longer
I’ve had occasional distant and cluttered glimpses of Spotted Towhees over the years but quality photographs of them have always eluded me. Until yesterday.
-
Spotted Towhee Making A Living In Harsh Conditions
The Towhee Twostep
When it’s done in snow the results of the ‘towhee twostep’ can be pretty spectacular.
Spotted Towhee At The Beginning Of Yesterday’s Snowstorm
Damn tough shooting conditions but I found a bunch of birds in an unexpected place.
Spotted Towhee(s) Transitioning Into Adult Plumage
These juveniles look a little scruffy this time of year but I refuse to make a big deal out them not looking their best, especially after the photo I posted of myself two days ago.
Spotted Towhee In A Weird Takeoff Posture
Or perhaps it was a threat posture. Or a combination of both. Either way I thought it was a little bizarre.
Male Spotted Towhee
Because of their striking colors and skulking habits this is one of about a half-dozen of my most sought-after species.
Spotted Towhee – A Nemesis No Longer
I’ve had occasional distant and cluttered glimpses of Spotted Towhees over the years but quality photographs of them have always eluded me. Until yesterday.