Do you have a favorite bird?
I know, I know . . . that’s like asking if you have a favorite song, as if there’s just one. But coming up with a topic every week for Dawn Chorus is a challenge, so the favorite bird theme is what I’ve arrived at for today.
If you have a favorite bird, please share your choice in the comments. And yes, please feel free to share more than one favorite species. If you’re so inclined, tell us all why the bird(s) you’ve chosen is your favorite. I’ll start.
As my name is a dead giveaway, my favorite bird is the American Kestrel. I think they are stunningly beautiful. The combination of colors, with the deep reddish brown of the wings and crown to the slate blue of its forehead, it’s a winning combination with great contrasts between its barred wings, its white cheeks and throat, and those dashing black malar stripes on its face. What’s not to love?
The bird in the photo above is a male, with his deeper colors. The feamle, seen below, has more white underparts with brown streaking. Both are gorgeous.
American Kestrel, female
American Kestrel, male landing
I’m looking at YOU
So, tell us your favorite bird or birds. Post photos if you have them, but it’s fine if you don’t and just want to share your photos and why they are special to you.
Anyone want to host an upcoming Dawn Chorus? Just pick a Sunday and tell us in the comments. And consider this an open thread. What’s new in your birding world?
