Cardinal on Ice by PhrankPower

Photography • Animals • posted on Feb 02, 2010

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Even though our Ice Storm hit us three days ago, our back deck and even much of the ground is still covered with slushy ice, making it difficult for birds & squirrels to find food. So because I keep an ample supply on my back deck, it's been quite a popular place these days. This morning while patiently waiting behind our glass French Doors with camera in hand, our resident cardinal dropped by for some sunflower seeds. They are a skittish bird, and their visits are extremely quick. Usually by the time I get my camera they're gone. But this time because I happen to be already in place, I got him! Moments after I took this he was gone again. My goal now is to snap him and his mate together. That one may take a while though. . . . Thanks for stopping by! marshall

Comments (13)

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Helleshoj

11:55AM | Tue, 02 February 2010

Beautiful.

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rocserum

12:00PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

That's a red bird! Great shot! RS

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danob

1:15PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

Such is the life of the bird photographer ! Great shot Marshall

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marybelgium

1:25PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

excellent !

jared99

2:45PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

Truly stunning!

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kbrog

4:11PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

Great capture!

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tennesseecowgirl

4:32PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

Beautiful I noticed quite a few cardinals and blue jays out today, does that mean winter is about over??? lets hope. :)

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MrsRatbag

6:57PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

He's a handsome bird, with very intelligent eyes; excellent shot!

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mbz2662

7:59PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

He looks so beautiful contrasted against the white. Very nice photo~ Good luck with your next goal!

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watapki66

10:23PM | Tue, 02 February 2010

Great shot!

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dadon72

2:00AM | Wed, 03 February 2010

Unfortunately we don't have these in our area... luckily I can see it here. Great shot. The red stands out so well against the snow. It must be quite a sight back there.

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JaneEden

9:17AM | Wed, 03 February 2010

Well done Marshall this is a fabulous capture of such a handsome but shy bird, I love it and well done again for making sure all the little ones get their nourishment to keep them warm, hugs Jane xx

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