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Frontals is a series of bird photos I have been collecting for over ten years. When you get the time to take a series of pictures of one single bird, you will always have one or two frontals in between. I realized from the start that they made the birds look completely different. From that moment on, I decided to focus on it and make sure I would have at least one frontal in each series. Some birds start to look like angry birds, some funny or even ridiculous.

Especially waders change completely as they tend to have long bills not visible from the front. I am familiar with the species, but when you don’t know them, frontals can hide extreme characteristics of the birds. In owls and birds of prey, frontals are basically the normal way of looking at you, so they are only fun when they twist their heads. I think only spoonbills are really much prettier when they show their great bill with yellow spots and tufted head.

Frontals also allow you to create unusual compositions, from a photographic point of view. "Less is more" works great with frontal birds.

Enjoy the pictures and I think after seeing the frontals, you can never look at birds in the same way again!

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Short-Eared Owl

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Big
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Owls are absolutely adorable

glowworm2
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That head tilt is adorable.

Zophra
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WHOOoooooose a beautiful bird?

Mary Rose Kent
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fun fact about owls: they can rotate their heads 270° to make up for not being able to move their eyeballs.

Raine Soo
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Owls are beautiful. And, they do look rather wise.

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    #2

    Spoonbill

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    Julia Atkinson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Left: wildlife photo. Right: shampoo commercial

    Katy McMouse
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shades of Fabio...

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve seen a Roseate Spoonbill, which is even more gourmet than this!

    Avery S Alberico
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rockin a mullet. A very rare thing to pull off!

    Andrea Purzycki
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Majestic to Adorkable in 90 degrees

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    #3

    Red-Breasted Goose

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    M O'Connell
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I will trade you 700 Canada Geese for one of these guys. Gorgeous.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Canada geese are too successful a species, at least in my mind. In the San Francisco Bay Area they NEVER LEAVE! Where I live now (still in California but farther north), they’re—thankfully—only here in the winter.

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    SisterSavana
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    is it just me or does the bird look painted, it looks really cool that way

    Raine Soo
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Second photo: "Get off my lawn!"

    Aayse
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I said no side photo, I look fat jane cmon

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    #4

    Black Stork

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    glowworm2
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The frontal look makes the stork look as if he left the oven on.

    Aeon Flux
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's one cool-looking bird.

    Blackheart
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Side- majestic stork Front- angry turkey

    Avery S Alberico
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey Guys, It's Gonzo! What happened to ya buddy?

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    #5

    Great Egret

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    Red
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you sure this isnt a Q-tip?

    Seabeast
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Did you... did you just take my picture without my permission!?"

    Lucie Pang
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it looks like he hasn't shaved one part of his face lol

    Doggo
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    hes having a rough day second picture

    Dark Pearl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact: Baby egrets look like FABULOUS DANDELIONS

    Dark Pearl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Egret chicks look like dandelions and it's so sweet!

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    #6

    Great Bittern

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bitterns do this because they tend to hang out in reeds and it helps them blend right in. However, I once saw an American Bittern that was pointing up like this but it was actually standing out in the open, so it looked pretty silly.

    Suhaira tasni
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most of the beautiful and majestic birds turn funny when you take a pic from the front XD

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    #7

    Lesser Black Backed Gull

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    SisterSavana
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my nightmare has come to life.. O.O

    Soph the Loaf
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The mouth is kinda fascinating, though rather creepy

    Zophra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What an interesting view!

    Cdickson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cool. Is that the gullet or craw or something stuck in its throat?

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    #8

    Marsh Tit

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    Doggo
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who named this bird?

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In a world of amazing birds, they’re definitely among the cutest.

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    Seabeast
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks just like a North American chickadee - which is in the same family, I believe.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep: Paridae. North America has several chickadees: Black-capped (the most common), Boreal, Carolina, Chestnut-backed (my personal favorite), Gray-headed, Mexican, and Mountain.

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    Demongrrrrl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Old English, the word "tit" meant "small" (Thank you, Wikipedia.)

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    #9

    Wood Pigeon

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    Elias
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "it ain't gon suck itself" i hate myself

    Jewel Nandar Kyaw
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The second pic looks like the head id upside down!!!!!!!!!!! and a bit scary!!!

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    #10

    Waxwing

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    Seabeast
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now it will fly head-first into somebody's window after getting drunk on fermented berries.

    Toujin C'Thlu
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That happened frequently at my childhood home in California. We had a ton of pyracantha bushes, and the berries are like bird wine.

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s a Bohemian Waxwing, found in many parts of the world; in California we get Cedar Waxwings, which are just in North America. They’re both gorgeous birds. I once watched a Cedar Waxwing and an American Robin tussle over just who had access to the pyracantha bush full of fermented berries!

    Mya Lugar
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Don't squawk with your mouth full!"

    Suhaira tasni
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    3 years ago

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    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've got the ball and you can't have it

    nala simba
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like he's sticking his tongue out. Or, is that a Berry?

    Leslie Burleson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone see that comedian , I think it's Burt Chrystler or something like that. The skit where he talks about acting with a bear , and the trainer said to put a marshmallow in his mouth to entice the bear over

    Hollysmom
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful but, the blush is a little over done

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    #11

    Red Kite

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    Daisy Chain
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first is so majestic and stunning, the second looks like my two year old nephew when we tell him no :)

    Lucie Pang
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the frontal one looks like he's seen his girl cheating on him lol.

    Red
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ”Wait... WHERES JIMMY”

    Alex Meidunas
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nice! We have a lot of Redtailed Hawks where I live.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They’re ubiquitous throughout North America. I’m very fond of Red-shouldered Hawks myself.

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    Cheryl Brooks
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    second is me in math class when someone asks me for help...."DO I LOOK SMART TO YOU??! Get your eyes checked!"

    Anne Bidstrup
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like me first thing in the morning.

    Suhaira tasni
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

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    #12

    Common Whitethroat

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    Lucie Pang
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's like ..john..you got a little boogie

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    #13

    Hawfinch

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    Zophra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coloration is beautiful.

    panda_legerdemain
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My bird feeder is always swarmed by spice flinches

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the lower photo it’s pretty clear that bird is about to give someone what-for!

    Felice Coles
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First picture: "Not now. I'm busy." Second picture: "You're still here? What did I tell you?!"

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    #14

    Kingfisher

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    The Cute Cat
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my place it is called tengkek.. I capture this bird once with my bare hand.. Just grab it to its tunnel on river side

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    #15

    Long-Eared Owl

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    Seabeast
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one has not got his head screwed on straight.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks more like a Short-eared Owl to me.

    #16

    Magpie

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Magpies are related to crows and ravens (Corvidae), so you know they’re smart! California’s only endemic bird is the Yellow-billed Magpie.

    Fabulous Pigeon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This magpie reminds me of that crow who always want food from :/

    Suhaira tasni
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hello national birb of Bangladesh :D

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    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t care how smart they are. They’re all pigs. Constantly shooing crows away from my feeders! Have noticed lately bluebirds don’t tolerate their💩! Been nice watching my birds being cooped these pastmonths!

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    #17

    Robin

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    Zophra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this second one. The bird seems to have some attitude.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    European Robin. There’s more than one robin in the world!

    ComfyPanda
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for clarifying. I was about to call BS that's not a Robin lol

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    Taylor Bentley
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    booooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooop it

    Lindsay Kennedy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not what we in North America would calla Robin...

    Lindsay Kennedy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not a Robin, at least not a Canadian Robin.

    Jennifer Reiersen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This kind were called robins before ours. Their robins are warblers ours are thrushes.

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    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah and first one sweet as can be

    Aayse
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll keep your camera safe

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    #18

    Bearded Tit

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any day is a great day for tits as far as I’m concerned...

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    M O'Connell
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More of a Mustachioed Tit

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know this as a Bearded Reedling...

    Cazzy84
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now that is not waterproof maskara😅

    Dark Pearl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it's been crying with mascara on

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    #19

    Grey Patridge

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    nala simba
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh yeah? So where's the Pear Tree?

    Madi D.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he looks like an anime character with the cheek thingies😂

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    #20

    Ringed Plover

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    Carter Brown
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it just me or is that bird looking kinda angry?

    Big
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's staring straight into your soul.

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    Taylor Bentley
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *INSTANT SKRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

    Debra Timah
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm looking over, A ring-ed plover, (that I over-looked be-fore...)

    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gimme the cracker and no one gets hurt

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    #21

    Bluethroat

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    Soph the Loaf
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww, its little beak is a triangle

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a gorgeous bird! On rare occasions it shows up in Alaska.

    Avery S Alberico
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fairies accidentally splotched some bluejay feather tints on it!

    Bird Nerd
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it just me or does it look like he has an among us guy head on his chest? Birb sus!

    Jeremy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do they call it a blue throat?

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    #22

    Eider

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    Loretta Davila
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can’t even see it’s eyes! So perfectly matched with the feathers! I’m sooo loving these close shots of these birds!

    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like he's got too many marshmallows in his mouth

    nala simba
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd er like to ponder on this!

    Amelie C
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oooooooooooooh... (if you've seen them, you'll get it)

    eezycheezes101
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is SUCH a pretty animal!! I WANT THIS DUCK!!!

    Eileen Fang
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    his colors look like a painting!

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    #23

    House Sparrow

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    Big
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These birds may be the most invasive species in the world, but man, they are still adorable

    Soph the Loaf
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the wings on the first pic

    nala simba
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Magnificent! I thought we had killed them all off. I want them back!

    Diane Patrick
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haven’t seen one for years. Sad.

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    #24

    Water Rail

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    Mustn’t eat the mango 🥭
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My eyes after getting out of the poool with no goggles.

    Lucie Pang
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he's like "what are you looking at?"

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Slaty-breasted Rail; ubiquitous in Southeast Asia’s wetlands. The front view of its little sticky-up tail is pretty dang cute.

    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you have these feet in a size 9?

    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks totally diff from the front

    #25

    Little Grebe

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    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks kinda like his is floating solo

    Saoznei
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me thinking "What did I do with my life ?"

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    #26

    Great Tit

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    Xander Gonzalez
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who in the hell is naming these birds! tit birds

    Big
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure the name of the bird came first

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    Mya Lugar
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least, that's what the construction workers call her!

    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's got just the right amount of hair gel

    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somebody with a tittle fettish LOL I would like to know too! How about Great D***

    Taylor Bentley
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what is wrong with people and names

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    #28

    Common Snipe

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    Qjt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact: their eyes are situated toward the back of their skull, so they can see clearly what's behind them. They dont have such a good forward vision though, but they rely on a very sensitive beak while searching for food in muddy waters.

    Leslie Burleson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does this raindrop make my nose look big

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    #29

    Red Throated Diver

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    Jon Scott
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jesus Christ I thought that was blood on his neck

    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Got any cover up for this hickie?

    Sam Cook
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like it’s bleeding.

    Dahungryfella
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Second picture the bird is posing like a teen heartthrob.

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    #30

    Oystercatcher

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    Isabel Care
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always think they sound like dogs' squeaky toys

    MAKtheknife
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The famous bovine oystercatcher.

    Mya Lugar
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that his cow pasture camoflage?

    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do these legs go with my outfit?

    nala simba
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looked like a cow at first glance, then came slowly into focus!

    A Cat Named Dragon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What’s He doing in a cow pasture? Is he a Rocky Mountain Oystercatcher? : )

    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would like to borrow him for a couple hours if he does, in fact catch oysters

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    Jay

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    Helena Bialecka
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    https://www.boredpanda.com/birds-photography-counting-jays-garden-ruurd-jelle-van-der-leij/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=organic is this also your post? Great story!

    Loretta Davila
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That turquoise on the wings though!!!

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    #32

    House Martin

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    Um hi
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm pretty sure they're eating bugs or berries small, thin stems.

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    Wendy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the server comes by to ask about your meal ...

    #33

    Woodcock

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    Bacony Cakes
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Told you so. All animals are named by bored scientists.

    glowworm2
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love these birds. They go "Meep!"

    Bonny Saxon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know my keys are here somewhere

    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL...just said that! Didn’t know bird lovers thought like me too

    Xander Gonzalez
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    4 years ago

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    Wood C**K WHY!!!!!!

    littlesaresare
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most 'rude' words are named after the animals. Yes, that means tits, boobies, c***s. There's even a mammal called a dik dik. And nuts and balls also come from pre-existing objects. You can stop losing your mind on every photo now.

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    #34

    Caspian Gull

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    Soph the Loaf
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's like he's got red eyeliner!

    Big
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've never really understood the general dislike of gulls; I simply see them as the beautiful creatures they are.

    Helena Bialecka
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They appear out of nowhere in the large group when you try to eat French-fries on the streets of Amsterdam. Pretty creepy.

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    Laura Stenger
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Loved all his photos and laugh I did! Along with some other bird watchers!

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    Whinchat

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    Curlew

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    North America has the incredibly gorgeous relative, the Long-billed Curlew!

    Fieke Engelen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was the most impressive list of birds I have ever come across. Especially showing both top and front. Thank you, I loved it.

    Avery S Alberico
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They said I couldn't become a Kiwi Bird. I proved them all wrong!!!