Amazingly, four Wood Ducks have been hanging out about half of a mile away from our house in an odd little office complex pond (see a photo of it here). There are 3 males and 1 female. This was another lifer for me! They are not really common here and I’ve been trying to see one for a long time. I never thought I would see 4 at once! And so close to home!
I’ve been there twice so far. The security guard said they fly in and out so they are spending their time somewhere else nearby, too. I’m hoping they plan to winter here. So beautiful!
House Sparrow, male
I’ve been trying to get the backyard birds to pose for holiday shots. Herding cats is easier than herding birds. I should have stuck with cat holiday shots.
House Sparrow, female
Not surprisingly, only the sparrows are participating so far.
Curve-billed Thrasher
Abert’s Towhee
Orange-crowned Warbler
Last year I only saw our wintering warbler eating oranges but this year it is digging the suet, too.
Verdin
Inca Dove
Anna’s Hummingbird, male
Glenrosa Journeys 
Beautiful photos, Candace! You took good advantage of the Wood Duck visitors!
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Truly wonderful photographs, Candace!
I think that Wood Ducks are one of the most beautiful creatures in the world. Their colors and feather patterns are just such a work of art.
Have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
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This is a fine post over all, but those ducks are simply impressive. They have such great designs. The other birds look good too, but are less striking.
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Congrats on finally getting to see wood ducks! I saw my first one about a year and a half ago and was so excited I could hardly hold the camera steady. Such beautiful birds.
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The wood duck photos are amAZing!
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