I came across this blue grosbeak in Delaware a few years back. They don’t range much farther north than that in the summertime. The rest of the year they can be found in warmer climates throughout Central America. The blue grosbeak is very similar to the indigo bunting, but is larger, has a more robust beak and has the rust markings on the wings. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 400, f/5.6 at 1/320th of a second
What a beautiful bird. Black-headed grosbeaks visit the feeders in our yard. They are different than the blue grosbeaks, but equally striking and they share a similar thick bill.
great pic. ) do think these beaful blue birds ever make it to west coast, for the spring or summmer, down here in sourthern calif. ) around the sandiego area. ? ) great pic. kpeep up the good work. )
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I came across this blue grosbeak in Delaware a few years back. They don’t range much farther north than that in the summertime. The rest of the year they can be found in warmer climates throughout Central America. The blue grosbeak is very similar to the indigo bunting, but is larger, has a more robust beak and has the rust markings on the wings.
Gorgeous shot, Sean. We have them here, too, but I haven’t seen one yet this summer. Here’s hoping.
What a beautiful bird. Black-headed grosbeaks visit the feeders in our yard. They are different than the blue grosbeaks, but equally striking and they share a similar thick bill.
great pic. ) do think these beaful blue birds ever make it to west coast, for the spring or summmer, down here in sourthern calif. ) around the sandiego area. ? ) great pic. kpeep up the good work. )
—– In a thorne bush seen
—– Blazing epaulets declare
—– One sturdy birdie .
Stunning shot and bird. We only have the rose-breasted here in New England, of which the male is also stunning.
Oh wow! Handsome fella!