Or are they a young male and female, and he is the spurned would-be mate? Whatever the story, spring is not just blossoms and beauty, it's also about winning, wildness, and wantonness.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Spring combat
Or are they a young male and female, and he is the spurned would-be mate? Whatever the story, spring is not just blossoms and beauty, it's also about winning, wildness, and wantonness.
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I've been watching blackbird skirmishs too Juliet. And today I heard the chirruping of a blackbird fledging.
There have been plenty of Tui skirmishs around too. The air can be whirring with action at times at the moment.
Let's hope the All Blacks win tonight - NZ could do with something fun to celebrate and be proud of.
Hi Juliet .. our blackbirds had a 2nd go this year .. and they're darting around like mad now .. presaging a cold winter?! Love the pics .. and the All Blacks France game was close .. I might watch the highlights when I visit my mother this pm .. occasionally she likes to watch some sport/tv - rare! Cheers Hilary
Yet another sign of spring, Juliet. Most of our birds have now migrated elsewhere, but, we still have the sparrows, woodpeckers, hawks and such.
Thanks Lynley, Hilary and Penny. The All Blacks beat France last night and so we won the Rugby World Cup, and it was certainly close and tense. Have fun watching with your mother Hilary. Sounds as if the blackbirds are pretty full-on in other places too. Penny, it must seem quiet now that your birds have mostly migrated.
I meant to add a "well done" on photographing the birds - they are fast moving targets!
Thanks Lynley, I certainly had to be quick!
I really love these photos, and your last words, "spring is not just blossoms and beauty, it's also about winning, wildness, and wantonness." So very true. Love seeing spring popping up on the other side of the world. :)
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