Nutcracker

I didn't really know this bird until last week. I was in a forest near a place called Triberg and there was a sign giving details of these birds which appear to be relatively common in the upper Schwarzwald forests. The google translation suggested nutcracker.


DSC00985 copy by Mike Heneghan, on Flickr

oh wow, stunner. Was lucky enough to see some in Geneva / Franch border area some years ago.

Good to see you in action sir.

This is a fine portrait and I do like the wintry lighting temperature.

Got a very Starling look to in on the breast. Nice shot.

Very much like a Starling and well captured

Smashing shot, perfect DOF.

Well captured.

Fascinating bird, great sharp shot.

Liking that one

Beautifully captured.