Peace Through Strength by bmac62

Photography • Animals • posted on May 25, 2009

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This "peaceful" dove wasn't backing down before the grackle. The dove, all puffed up, seems to be saying, "Go ahead, knock the chip off my shoulder. I dare you!" The grackle, to his credit, turned the other cheek and flew off. Try a ZOOM...all the better. Thanks for stopping by, Bill:)

Comments (42)

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beachzz

1:08AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Not only did you capture these two beautifully, the colors simply sparkle--wonderful shot!!

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nigh23

1:10AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

great photo

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ledwolorz

1:30AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Fantastic photo.

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lior

1:33AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Another adorable scene: superbe photograph!!!!!!

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Digitaleagle

1:41AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Your bird captures are just fantastic what a unique pairing here great timing!!!

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durleybeachbum

1:47AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

What a wonderful pic! The colours are zingy!

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PSDuck

2:29AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Most excellent picture!

jared99

2:39AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

What a great scene to capture! Beautiful photo.

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lyron

2:44AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Excellent capture!!

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drace68

4:21AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Bill, this takes your birding to a new level. Great.

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kenmo

5:24AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Wow Bill...nice capture and a very unique shot indeed...!!! Love it...

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Amosicho

5:27AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Fantastic photo

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GBCalls

5:44AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Ah it is the fifties dinner ware from camp that attracts your birds. Excellent photo!

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timtripp

7:14AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

well seen... well said!

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moonrancher

7:54AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Great moment and excellent capture. I've seen the doves chase off everybody else, too.

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flavia49

8:02AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Fantastic shot!!

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giareg

8:44AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Splendid composition and colors my friend

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Rainastorm

8:44AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

lol gotta love these little duels our feathered friends have...excellent capture Bill!

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tizjezzme

9:44AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

wow, what a shot. That grackle is trying to intimidate that mourning dove! Another great crystal clear shot Bill ... excellent!

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kansas

10:05AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

A fantastic and remarkable photo! Excellent colors. Hurray for the dove.

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flora-crassella

10:06AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

what a nice scene!!!! Fantastic photo!!!!!!

skipper62

10:28AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Great shot Mr. Bill. Dove said, in Clint Eastwood fashion, "Go ahead make my day." Bird of peace drew the line in the sand and ready for some kick butt. Excellent.

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Meisiekind

11:02AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Wonderful image and narration Bill!!! I had a good giggle because I often watch similar stand offs between birds on my feeders! :)

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elfin14doaks

11:22AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

Awesome capture bill. You keep birding and snapping shots, I'll keep looking.

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sandra46

11:48AM | Mon, 25 May 2009

as i already said the crazy-eyed bird is actually a jolly fellow! and doves aren't known as peaceful guys. Do they impale their victims or what? which is simply a perfect symbol for pacifists, who are remarkably violent here in Italy! ;D)

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