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[Microblog] The Unnamed Percher (media.universeodon.com)
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The Unnamed PercherI spotted a little brown bird this morning and haven’t been able to pin down the species. It sort of resembles a female House Finch, but something about the coloring feels off. I tried Merlin—no luck there. Queried the internet, but the results were more speculative than helpful.Still unsure what I’m looking at, but it’s time to move on for now. I’ll circle back when the mood strikes. If you recognize it, feel free to chime in.Discover nature's fleeting moments through my lens—visit my photo gallery to see more.swede1952-photographs.pixels.c#photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #wildlife #nature #bird #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography

"A small bird perches quietly on a vertical branch, its body angled slightly to the side, offering a clear view of its feathered form. The plumage is a soft blend of brown and tan, with a lighter, almost creamy underside. The feathers on its head and back are smooth and uniform, giving the bird a sleek, composed appearance. Its beak is modestly curved—neither sharp nor stubby—suggesting a bird adapted for seeds or small insects. The background is a gentle blur of green foliage and scattered branches, creating a natural frame that feels both intimate and expansive. Light filters through the leaves, casting a soft glow that highlights the bird’s subtle coloring. The branch it clings to partially obscures its body, adding a sense of quiet concealment, as if the bird is half-watching, half-waiting. There’s a stillness to the scene—a moment suspended in the hush of morning woods. The bird is not in flight, not in song, but simply present. The image is signed “© Swede’s Photographs” in the lower left corner, a quiet mark of authorship." - Copilot

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[–] 1 point 1 year ago (1 child)

@Swede1952 Barn swallow.(It's what I call all birds that I can't identify because I love barn swallows. PS: It's unladen.)

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    • [–] 1 point 1 year ago (1 child)

    @Swede1952 the beak looks like some kind of finch

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    • [–] 1 point 1 year ago (1 child)

    @Swede1952 Female or immature male Indigo Bunting? 🤔Edit: zooming in I detect faint blue on the belly. That would make it the male Indigo Bunting.

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  • [–] [S] 1 point 1 year ago

    @canyakker Thanks! I looked at indigo bunting. The blue you see on the belly may just be lighting, but there is a bluish gray spot on the tail. I have some errands to run but I will look closer at the buntings when I get back.

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    • [–] [S] 1 point 1 year ago (2 children)

    Thanks for the input. We've determined that the species is: indigo bunting.

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