Buffeted by Winds! by CavalierLady
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A wicked day today was difficult for birds and humans alike. With over 50mph/80kmh winds most of the day, I felt sorry for these little ones trying to feed in winds that made it hard for me just to stand. I don't know how they did it! I chose this image to show how they were buffeted by the winds and had to hang on for dear life. There was an 800 acre fire just a few miles from my home with over a dozen structures burned and many families evacuated. The air was rife with smoke and my nerves were as ruffled as this little guy's feathers. My homemade bird blind was destroyed and I lost a few tree limbs, but thankfully that was all. Thanks very kindly for your views and comments on my recent images. I truly appreciate it! Will try to catch up tomorrow.
Comments (51)
jocko500
what wonderful colors this bird have on . cool shot
kgb224
Pity to hear of your loss.Excellent capture.
flavia49
Splendid!!! Hope the best for you and him.
SSoffia
EXCELLENT CAPTURE , COLORS & BEAUTIFUL !!!!!
MrsLubner
I do wonder how these tiny birds make it through the winter. Times like this it seems too harsh to be fair - but then, who ever said life was fair. When someone asks "if you were an animal, what kind of animal would you want to be?" I think none are any better off than I am now. And some, like this, seem to be pushed to the max on survival instinct. A really great shot you have here.
goodoleboy
A terrific macro made under hardly calm conditions, Maria! Heavens, how did this stalwart finch survive the tornadic blasts of the merciless wind storm? Incredible. This is the stuff TV disaster movies are made of!
iloco
Beautiful picture. I saw on the news tonite about the wind and fires in Texas. We suppose to get some storms tonite here in Va with high winds and cold temps after it moves through. :)
lanemtripp
this might be the best one yet!!! stunning
Cosine
He certainly seems to be facing the wrong way, but in winds like that there probably is no right way. Excellent job catching him and showing us his plight. Stay safe down there. If I could, I'd send you some rain. I have more than enough.
sharky_
He/she sure has a strong grip. Nice capture. Aloha
Chipka
I love the fluffy feathers, but what impresses me the most is the detail captured on the talon. Fantastic image. The color is also wonderfully subtle, yet diverse and perfectly captured. Fantastic work!
timtripp
best one yet for sure! terrific!
mps
Excellent image, especially considering the circumstances involved. I would have ducked for any cover myself if I were the bird. Sorry to hear about your blind as well as the fires.
npauling
He does look ruffled, and I know I would be too with a large fire that close. I hope the winds die down soon and that your damage isn't too bad.
Kyms_Cave
My goodness..I'm so glad you are all right..mother nature can certainly turn it on when she wants to..your little bird certainly shows what you are saying.. An Excellent capture worked hard for..Lol..K
DennisReed
Awesome capture! Poor thing looks so cold!
amlondono
Awesome capture ! So subtle in its beauty , Thanks for sharing , Ana
kansas
Excellent shot of this wind blown bird. Sorry to hear about the fire and those evacuated. I pray no one was injured.
TomDart
Very well done; thanks so much for this one.
Cytisus
We don't get winds to that extent here but get wind 3 seasons a year! Super shot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
viper
I love this shot, that wind blown look is just great.
smantha
I know how he feels. we had 50 mh winds here today.
DreamersWish
Serious winds it seems like everywhere! What a wonderful shot of a most difficult day! Well done!
GiMi53
Great angle... poor little one... Excellent winter portrait, Maria ! ♥ ♥ ♥
helanker
OHH Yes, it is too hart for these little creatures. And i can see that your liTTle guest had a hart time too. And so did you over there. I hope ther will come no more storms for you. I have thought about making some long boxes with isolation for small birds to hide at night. :)
mickuk50
the weather is being so harsh at the moment .even in the uk the weather is all over the place .it is amazing how the poor birds survive but they do :o)..excellent capture maria mick
virginiese Online Now!
A very windy day indeed ! Sorry for the bas news in your country ! This shot is superb ! Virginie
durleybeachbum
Superbly caught!
KiwiMiss
Must take a lot of their energy in that kind of weather. Must have been hard to capture this too and get it so detailed.
Hendesse
Excellent shot with fantastic details. Perfect DOF too!