My catbird companion by berelaxed

My catbird companion

I have gained the trust of a squirrel, a very special chipmunk with many understudies, but never a wild bird. This catbird and mate return each spring. They build their nest next to our house in a big bush and spend a lot of time spying on us and flitting around the back patio. This year I discovered that they adore dried mealworms. Unfortunately we also have a rather tame young squirrel who shares the same love of the delicacy. She competes daily with the catbird, always winning. Each morning I put out a new supply as the catbird waits patiently, often after enjoying a bath. Today I just stayed about an arm's length away as she ate. I turned, went in for my camera and shot this as she gobbled her breakfast, watching me so sweetly. I used a long lens, but could have shot this with a 35mm lens as well, standing very close, in awe of her/his beauty and trust. What a gift to co-exist with such beautiful wild things.
That's a really beautiful bird and beautifully caught!
June 26th, 2015  
Great shot! Such a sweet bird. I like the outstretched hand, snail and blue flowers too.
June 26th, 2015  
Absolutely gorgeous! Amazing composition, details and focus. FAV
June 26th, 2015  
Stunning!
June 26th, 2015  
Gorgeous capture. We have one here that is thriving on grape jelly and suet balls. You have a lovely setting to photograph your birds.
June 26th, 2015  
excellent...
June 26th, 2015  
Wonderful shot.
June 27th, 2015  
Beautiful composition
June 28th, 2015  
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