Painted buntings

[Bill M]

I only saw one male during spring which was a disappointment but they have shown during fall migration headed back to Mexico. Adult males, immature males, females, and immature birds. I am in a place where I will see many species during the migrations.

Splish splash, adult male


Immature male, hint of colors


Female pair


Adult male with reflection


Immature bird, sex unknown


Adult male

[IowaHunter]

Great stuff Bill! I love seeing birds when they hit the water.

[Hogmauler]

Very nice pics bro!

[Bill M]

Appreciate the words, guys. Thanks.

[texaset]

Outstanding photography sir

[Bill M]

Thank you.

[Gary Roberson]

I have a lot of them on the San Saba River west of Menard in the late spring and summer. I have seen as many as 7 males on the bird feeder and ground beneath at on time. One of my favorite birds. I also love the Vermillion Fly Catchers.
Adios,
Gary

[Bill M]

Vermilions are another great bird, Gary. A friend says photographing them is like photographing a red light bulb, and they are right.

[Texas_Gwala]

nice pics

[bfree]

Beautiful bird and pictures, thanks.

[muzzlebrake]

We've had this feller visit the backyard feeders a few times. Hope he returns again this year. Cell phone pic from my back door.