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DOWNY WOODPECKERS (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)

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I had planned on taking birds in flight or waterfowl when I spotted these downy woodpeckers. Downies usually move quickly up and down a tree, pecking away until they find a spot with insects. These two, although moving fast, did pause for a bit.  I had my 300mm lens with me which got me quite close to them. I like a bit more space around my subjects but I think the birds’ poses added some interest.

29 thoughts on “DOWNY WOODPECKERS (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)

  1. simonbowler's avatar

    Great captures, awesome shots

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  2. Ellen Jennings's avatar

    Beautiful crisp shots of this cutie! The top of his head is not a view we often see!

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  3. from dust of the earth's avatar

    Beautiful photos and really cute birds! 🙂

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  4. Brian Skeys's avatar

    They look some cheeky little devils!

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  5. Phyllis Weeks Rogers's avatar

    They are adorable.

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  6. John's avatar

    Beautiful photos, such sweet birds!

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  7. Ted Jennings - TPJ Photography's avatar

    Nice captures. They are one of the birds that everyone loves.

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  8. Adrian Lewis's avatar

    Superb portraits, my friend! A 🙂

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  9. wordsfromanneli's avatar

    So cute. You’re right about their poses! What characters they are. I’ve heard them calling loudly from the nest to tell their mothers to hurry up with the food. It could drive a person crazy to listen to them, but they really are so entertaining.

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