Java sparrow

Java Sparrow

Java Sparrow from the front This week’s Sunday Stills challenge theme is ‘Pink.’ (See more responses here.) I mulled a few possibilities before settling on this fine little bird, a Java sparrow. The Java sparrow, as its name suggests, is native to Indonesia, but is now well established in Hawaii. It’s notable for its thick, pink bill which matches its eye ring and feet.

8 thoughts on “Java sparrow”

naturebackin October 13, 2018 at 7:40 pm

Lovely photos in quite challenging light!

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1. Graham Post authorOctober 14, 2018 at 5:27 pm
  
  Thanks. This is one area where I feel I need to really zoom in so I can get a decent focus and get the exposure right.
  
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Sagittarius Viking October 11, 2018 at 4:18 am

Very good pictures. What a great entry!

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1. Graham Post authorOctober 11, 2018 at 7:09 am
  
  Thanks. Glad you liked them.
  
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Kat October 8, 2018 at 9:51 am

These pictures are lovely! What a nice bird- to pose so thoughtfully! I really like how the pink is so subtle and yet stands out at the same time.

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1. Graham Post authorOctober 9, 2018 at 6:43 pm
  
  Thanks. They’re fun little birds.
  
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Terri Webster Schrandt October 7, 2018 at 6:23 am

What a cool looking bird, Graham! A beautiful shade of pink!

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1. Graham Post authorOctober 7, 2018 at 7:03 pm
  
  Possibly the easiest bird to identify in Hawaii with the pink beak, white cheeks and black head. They’re fairly common, but fun to watch.
  
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