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Tufted Titmouse
Meet the Tufted Titmouse đŚ #tuftedtitmouse #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #animals Small but full of personality, this soft-gray songbird is a backyard favorite across the eastern United States. With its signature spiky crest, big dark eyes, and peachy sides, the Tufted Titmouse looks permanently curious â and it definitely acts that way too! ⨠Fun Facts: Known for its clear, whistled âpeter-peter-peterâ call Loves sunflower seeds and will often grab one and fly o
Lance Ripka
Feb 211 min read
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Tree Clinging Bird
Tree Clinging Bird⌠The White-Breasted Nuthatch. Is a common Tree Clining Bird, in this picture. This photo was taken in Central Pennsylvania. #nuthatch #birds #birdwatching #birdfeeder #wildlifephotography
Lance Ripka
Feb 201 min read
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Black-Capped or Carolina???
Black-Capped or Carolina??? Which Chick-a-dee is this. Photos taken in Central PA. Do you think this is a Black-Capped or Carolina Chick-A-Dee? I belie it is a Carolina, because the tail feathers are not that long. #chickadee #birds #birdwatching #birdfeeder #wildlifephotography
Lance Ripka
Feb 191 min read
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Mourning Dove
That is a stunning shot! The golden light hitting the feathers really captures the peaceful, understated beauty these birds are known for. #dove #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 181 min read
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House Finch
House Finch maybe common. They look great on camera with the purplish-red on the head of the males. #finch #bird #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 141 min read
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The female is just as lovely.
As you can see the Female of the White Throated Sparrow is just as beautiful as the yellow streaked male. #sparrow #bird #birdwatching #birdfeeder #wildlifephotography
Lance Ripka
Feb 131 min read
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Warmer Days Please
Warmer days please! Who here in Pa is not ready for warmer days? Here are a few pics of a Orange Sulpher Butterfly. #butterfly #butterflies #insects #bugs #wildlifephotography
Lance Ripka
Feb 121 min read
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The Yellow Streak
Look closely at a White-throated Sparrow and youâll spot a brilliant dash of yellow right between the eye and the beak. This "supraloral" spot is the perfect pop of color against their crisp white bib and dapper head stripes! #sparrow #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 111 min read
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A Male DownyâŚ..
A Male Downy Woodpecker makes his presence known. He is always showing up with a Female. #downywoodpecker #woodpecker #birds #wildlifephotography #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 111 min read
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Cardinal, Hidden Gems
Cardinal, Hidden Gems! These pictures are from late last year. As you go through your files you find a few gems you missed. Hope you like these pictures. #cardinal #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 101 min read
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White-Throated Sparrow
White-Throated Sparrow, however common you feel these Sparrows are here in the Eastern US. They population has declined to just 29% from 1970 to 2014. Do to expanding Agriculture in the US. #sparrow #birds #wildlifephotography #birdwatching #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 91 min read
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White Throated Sparrow
White Throated Sparrow, not that common Atleast for me. This little male bird gave me some shots I really like. I also got some pics of a female as well. Letâs check it out together. #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #sparrow #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 81 min read
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Social Dynamics
Social Dynamics Juncos are highly social and operate within a strict dominance hierarchy while wintering in flocks. You can often spot the "alpha" birds by their darker plumage and more aggressive behavior at the feeding site. 6 of 6 #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #junco #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 71 min read
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High-Altitude Architects
During the breeding season, these birds retreat to high-elevation coniferous forests to build their well-hidden ground nests. Their simple, metallic trill is the quintessential soundtrack to a summer hike in the mountains. 5 of 6 #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #junco #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 61 min read
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The Beauty of a Junco
On the West Coast they have a different Version of its Pink-sided Junco. We have this version here on the East Coast With Black, Grey, and White. Like all birds they donât always work with the camera. 4 of 6 #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #junco #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 51 min read
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Ground-Feeding Etiquette
Unlike many backyard birds, Juncos prefer to forage on the ground rather than cling to hanging feeders. To attract a few buy spreading the feed around on the ground. They way they bounce around will make you smile. 2 of 6 #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #junco #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 31 min read
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The Winter Herald
The Dark-Eyed Junco is often called the "snowbird" because its arrival from the north usually signals the first frost. Watch for that signature flash of white outer tail feathers as they fly around your bird feeders. 1 of 6 #birds #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #junco #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 21 min read
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Dark-Eyed Junco
This week, We will be taking a closer look at the Dark-Eyed Junco. A small, plump bird with Black and White coloring. That loves birdfeeders in Winter. At one point I had about 8 at my feeder at one time. #bird #junco #birdwatching #wildlifephotography #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Feb 11 min read
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Cardinal 6 of 6
Here is a video of the past weekâs images. This Cardinal made sure he was on camera. Checkout next week when I show you a Dark-Eyed Junco! 6 of 6 #birds #birdwatching #cardinal #birdfeeder #wildlifephotography
Lance Ripka
Jan 311 min read
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Black-Capped Chickadee
Black-Capped Chickadees have a longer tail feathers than their Close relative Carolina Chickadee. In these images The Black-Capped is thrilled with the Birdfeeder. #chickadee #birds #wildlifephotography #birdwatching #birdfeeder
Lance Ripka
Jan 301 min read
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