Red-winged Blackbird

(Agelaius phoeniceus)

Where: Richmond, VA • Glidewell Rd.

Notes: Around this time each winter, Red-winged Blackbirds visit my backyard to feed on the seeds that drop from the birdfeeders. Sometimes they are part of a larger flock of mixed blackbirds or occasionally there is just one or two individuals. Having seen this male at the feeder a few days before, I was hopeful to photograph it at the birdbath in order to improve on some photos from a couple of years back. Very cold temperatures that week, had kept the snow that fell a couple of days before, white and fluffy. The first chance for a photo came, but was foiled when several Common Grackles cluttered the view. Finally, this male Blackbird came to the water alone and I was all set up to capture a few pictures. I was pleasantly surprised at what a good background and setting this snowy scene made when I saw these images for the first time. This made me realize what a good opportunity it was to try and capture a few other species in the snowy setting, while it lasted.

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Small Bird Photo 1

Small Bird Photo 2
Common Grackle

iPhotoBirds Print Red-winged Blackbird (RWBB-H-5605)

Archival quality fine art print, standard size for easy framing, hand signed by the artist, with white matte, backing board and clear protective cover. Image cropping may vary slightly depending on print size.
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Equipment: CaCanon EOS 5D Mark II • Canon 400mm f-5.6 Prime USM L Series Lens • 1.4X Converter • Manfroto Tripod • Remote Wireless Shutter Release • Doghouse Blind • Hand Held

Exposure: Shutter Speed = 1/125 second • Aperture = f-5.6 • Exposure Mode = Aperture Priority • Focus Mode: One Shot • Lens (Focal) Length = 400 mm • ISO = 400 • Aprox. Camera Distance = ~15 Feet • Date Shot: 01-25-13

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