Java sparrow
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.
Lovely photos in quite challenging light!
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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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Very good pictures. What a great entry!
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Thanks. Glad you liked them.
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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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Thanks. They’re fun little birds.
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What a cool looking bird, Graham! A beautiful shade of pink!
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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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