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Swede’s Photographs

Scarlet and Blossom

Spring is almost here—just four days away! This image, taken last spring, showcases a northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) and a crepe myrtle flower, both vying to bring a splash of brightness to the day.

Explore stunning images of cardinals and other vibrant members of the Cardinalidae family by visiting my photo gallery here:

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The image features a stunning red cardinal resting on a delicate branch. Its vivid red feathers and black face mask are beautifully detailed. In the foreground, bright pink flowers, fully in bloom, take center stage, adding an air of elegance. The green, blurred background enhances the contrast, making the cardinal and flowers stand out brilliantly. This harmonious scene captures the essence of nature’s vibrant charm.
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Joanna Holman

I am especially fond of Australian birds that look like weird things happened in the creative process.

Plains Wanderers look like a medieval artist who’d never actually seen a bird got commissioned to paint one based on a description

Tawny Frogmouths look like a toy maker was told to make a muppet out of dryer lint

Rainbow lorikeets look like someone handed their design sketches and a handful of crayons to a toddler and told the toddler to colour in.

Cassowaries look like someone couldn’t decide if they wanted a dinosaur or a bird so went hard on both concepts

(Photos mine other than the Plains Wanderers which I’m yet to see in person, that pic is from Wikipedia)

A plains wanderer
A tawny frogmouth
A rainbow lorikeet
A cassowary
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neville park

Took the fancy camera down to the lake and was well rewarded with these new-to-me fancy ducks, horsing around in the water and making odd calls.

Now, I may just be a beginner birder, but I suspect that these ducks with the long tails are long-tailed ducks (_Clangula hyemalis_).

Two small groups of ducks on the near side of the breakwater in Lake Ontario, Marilyn Bell Park. The nearer group of ducks are black and white with long thin curved tail feathers. The further group of ducks might be goldeneye?
Splashes of water as the ducks horse around. Some do not have the long tails and have somewhat different markings.
Another view of the group. They are very handsome with white crests and pointy black tails.
#birdeing#birding#ducks
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Swede’s Photographs

Wings Above the Wild

Look closely, and you'll notice three brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) in this image, framed by a backdrop that resembles a jungle island. I captured this shot while aboard a ship in the Port of Galveston, where brown pelicans were abundant. After taking numerous photographs, I spent this afternoon sifting through them and deliberately selected one devoid of manmade features to create the illusion of a prehistoric island. Just a bit of fun with photography.

Step into a world of untamed beauty and creative storytelling—explore my photo gallery today!

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This image features three magnificent brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) captured mid-flight against a lush, green backdrop. The birds' wide wingspans and synchronized motion exude grace and power, perfectly highlighting their aerial prowess. The varying shades of green in the background suggest a dense, natural environment, bringing focus to the pelicans in their natural habitat. The photograph radiates a sense of freedom and connection with nature.
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CTGT

One of my favorite spots for Snow Goose migration is the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area in south eastern Pennsylvania( I grew up near this area so there is a long history of hiking and birding for me). This year, because of avian bird flu concerns, viewing areas were restricted, so we missed this year's migration. This shot was from several years ago when our timing was just right. We walked out between two fields on a small access path and witnessed this...

Snow Geese by the thousands, most in flight with some on the ground. Snow Geese are primarily white with black tipped wings. They are so many in flight that the dark background of trees is almost obliterated.
#birds#birding#waterfowl
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Swede’s Photographs

Echoes of Stillness

As I look around at the treetops, I notice the delicate interplay of light and shadow. Upon closer examination, these subtle shifts often unveil birds and other wildlife. In this instance, the treetop became a temporary haven for a group of goldfinches. Though the small flock was too distant and the morning light too faint to capture much detail, I chose to present the scene in black and white—offering a vignette-style cameo of the birds.

The photographs I share here don’t appear as vivid as they do in my Pixel’s gallery. To make them load more easily, I reduce their size and slightly lower their quality. Take a look:

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The image depicts a serene scene of six birds perched on the branches of a bare tree. The birds stand out as dark silhouettes against the soft gray background of the sky, creating a stark yet soothing visual effect. The composition captures the stillness and simplicity of nature, with the birds delicately arranged at various heights on the branches, offering depth and balance.
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Swede’s Photographs

Good morning. ⛈️🌩️⚡

15 March 2025

Thunder crashed, shaking the house and jolting me from a deep sleep. It happened right at six, the time I usually wake up. Was it mere coincidence, or do gods conspire to control my days? After brushing my teeth and pulling on my trousers, I opened the bedroom door to find Ben waiting, alone. Clearly, he was frightened by the thunder, seeking the comfort and reassurance of our steadfast companionship. But where was Charlie? He almost always greets me at the bedroom door in the morning. I found him at the back door, anxiously waiting to go outside. The morning urge to relieve oneself is, after all, a biological necessity shared by both dogs and humans.

"As the dawn comes up like thunder." - Rudyard Kipling

"We can never have enough of nature. We must be refreshed by the sight of inexhaustible vigor." - Henry David Thoreau

Flight of Six The image captures a flock of six Western Cattle Egrets (Bubulcus ibis) soaring gracefully against a clear blue sky. Their wings are outstretched mid-flight, showcasing their streamlined forms and aerial elegance. The egrets are loosely arranged, with some leading slightly ahead, creating a beautiful sense of motion and freedom.
#photography#wildlife#nature
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