A few common birds from today.

[MN Shutterbug]

I just went down to the state park today to try and get a better photo of a RB nuthatch. There was quite the variety there, but of course, no nuthatches. I did see a hawk do a fly-by and a pair of cardinals "kissing". Anyway, here is what I ended up with.

The ever cooperative junco.

Chipping sparrow.

Fox sparrow.

Male downy.

[finnbay]

All nice and sharp, Mike. good shots!

[jonny_redhorse]

I agree! very nice images Mike!...love that sparrow in the snow image ...no sparrows up here yet

[Skipper]

Very nice pics.............

[hendenhook]

I too like the sparrow in the snow - super sharp.

[JayinMN]

Nicely done that junco is superb and the sparrow, nice and sharp.

[mmeyer]

Very nice stuff X. I like them all, although the junco stands out to me.

[Steve Foss]

Love those fox sparrows, X-T. Nice work.

[LPCrowRiverFisherman]

Fox Sparrow was done very well, I think one of your best shots in way of sharpness.

[MN Shutterbug]

Thanks all, for your comments.

[mcary]

Hey X,

Great shot of the fox sparrow. That one really stands out for me. Love the angle and sharpness. Nice work.

[Royce Aardahl]

Nice shots! Gotta love the birdies.

[MN Shutterbug]

Mike, you're back. I'm anxiously awaiting photos from the Smokey Mountains. You sure missed some photo ops in Duluth, while you were gone - 15 foot waves...wow.

Thanks, guys.

[buzzsaw]

The Chipping Sparrow draws me the most... the way he's looking into the light peacefully and the comp is good on that one.

[Dbl]

X, very nice work, sharp and great composition. Great work! I really like the Junco.