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Welcome to my corner of the wild! 🌿 Amateur photographer (Canon EOS R50) capturing nature’s quirks & critters. #NoAi Used.🎯 Originals only 👇(no clutter): @photographyfungi.bsky.social
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Good morning, Bluesky friends! I found a bunch of Dwarf Iris’s while walking around my neighbourhood and thought I’d share a picture. It was taken with my iPhone 17 Pro.
This image captures a vibrant cluster of Dwarf Irises (likely Iris reticulata) emerging from the early spring soil. Visual Highlights • Two-Tone Display: The plant features a striking mix of colors, with bright royal blue blossoms on the left and deep plum purple flowers on the right. • Intricate Details: Each flower displays the characteristic iris "falls" (lower petals) adorned with vivid yellow and white crest markings. • Unique Growth: While the main bunch stands upright on slender green stems, two blue flowers at the base have grown horizontally, resting their petals directly against the earth. • The Environment: The flowers are growing in dark, pebbly soil mixed with dried, brown leaves and a few emerging green shoots in the background.
February 17, 2026 at 7:45 AM
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Good evening and good night, Bluesky friends! Here’s my final post of the day featuring an artichoke plant that I Saw while walking around
My Neighbourhood.
captured with a Canon EOS R50.
The image features a large, architectural plant with striking silvery-green, jagged foliage, likely a Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus) or a closely related Globe Artichoke. Here is a breakdown of the scene: The Primary Subject • Structure: The plant grows in a robust, fountain-like clump. Thick, pale-colored stalks emerge from the base, supporting heavy, deeply lobed (pinnatifid) leaves. • Texture and Color: The leaves have a fuzzy, matte appearance with a distinct glaucous (silvery-blue-green) tint. The edges are sharp and serrated, giving the plant a dramatic, prehistoric look. • Growth Stage: The plant appears healthy and well-established, though it hasn't yet produced the tall flower stalks typical of later in the season. Environment and Background • Ground Cover: The plant is growing in a bed of brown, dried mulch and fallen leaves, suggesting a garden in a transitional season like autumn or early spring. • Surroundings: Behind the plant, you can see the thin stems of other garden plants (possibly rose bushes) and a dark, vertical metal fence or trellis. • Lighting: The lighting is soft and diffused, highlighting the velvety texture of the leaves without harsh shadows.
February 16, 2026 at 11:09 PM
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Good afternoon, Bluesky friends,
I’ve got a picture of a hebe plant I saw this morning on my way to volunteer at a charity shop. It was captured on my Canon EOS R50.
This image captures a lush, top-down view of a Hebe shrub (likely a variety such as Hebe 'Red Edge' or Hebe 'Wiri Donna'), known for its geometric leaf patterns and striking colors. Visual Highlights • Color Palette: The plant features a beautiful gradient. The older, lower leaves are a muted dusty green, while the new growth at the tips is a vibrant, deep burgundy or plum purple. • Leaf Structure: The leaves are small, oval-shaped, and arranged in opposite pairs that cross each other, creating a dense, architectural "stacked" look. Each green leaf is delicately outlined with a thin reddish-pink margin. • Composition: The frame is nearly filled with the shrub, creating a repetitive, natural pattern. In the background, you can see a few stray dried brown leaves and a small patch of brighter green groundcover peeking through the gaps. Key Characteristics • Texture: The leaves appear thick and slightly waxy, typical of hardy evergreen shrubs. • Growth Habit: The uniform height of the tips suggests a well-maintained or naturally compact mounding habit.
February 16, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Good morning and Happy Monday, Bluesky friends! I’ve got a picture of a Hellebore plant I saw a few days ago. It was captured on my Canon EOS R50.
The image features a beautiful, dense cluster of Hellebores (likely a double-flowered variety of Helleborus orientalis, often called Lenten Roses) blooming in a garden setting. Key Visual Elements • The Flowers: The plant is covered in nodding, cup-shaped blooms with multiple layers of creamy, pale yellow or ivory petals. Many unopened round buds are scattered throughout the stems, suggesting it is in its peak blooming season. • The Foliage: The flowers are supported by sturdy, reddish-green stems. The leaves are a deep, leathery green, though some older leaves near the base appear brown and withered—a common sight for Hellebores as they transition from winter to spring. • The Background: • Directly behind the plant is a dark, vertical metal fence or railing, which provides a sharp geometric contrast to the organic shape of the flowers. • The ground is covered in a mix of green groundcover (likely clover or a similar low-growing weed) and dried brown autumn leaves. • Lighting: The lighting is soft and slightly moody, likely taken on an overcast day or in a shaded corner of the garden, which helps the pale yellow flowers "pop" against the darker background.
February 16, 2026 at 9:05 AM
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Good Evening and Goodnight Bluesky Folks here is my final picture of the day of a Hellebore Plant
That I Saw A Few Days Ago
Captured on a Canon EOS R50
This image captures a vibrant cluster of Hellebores (commonly known as Lenten Roses) in full bloom, showcasing a deep, dusky magenta or burgundy hue. The composition highlights the transition between the lush, new growth of late winter and the remnants of the previous season. Key Visual Elements • The Flowers: The plant is covered in nodding, cup-shaped blooms. Some are fully open, revealing dark centers and pale stamens, while others are still tight, pointed buds waiting to unfurl. The petals have a slightly matte, leathery texture characteristic of the species. • The Foliage: • New Growth: Bright green, serrated leaves sprout around the base of the flower stalks, providing a fresh contrast to the dark petals. • Old Growth: Toward the bottom left and right, you can see older, larger leaves that have turned brown and weathered, indicating the plant’s hardy nature through a cold season. • The Setting: The plant is growing in dark, moist garden soil covered with a light layer of mulch or organic debris. In the blurred background and bottom corner, hints of other Hellebores in lighter shades (creamy white and pale pink) suggest a diverse garden bed. Atmosphere The lighting is soft and natural, emphasizing the moody, rich tones of the purple flowers. It captures that classic "early spring" feeling—where life is vigorously pushing through the damp, wintry earth.
February 15, 2026 at 11:13 PM
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Good Afternoon Bluesky Fam!
Here is my Second post of the day
Of a photograph of a Very spiky Gorse Flower that I saw a few days ago while walking around my Neighbourhood.
Captured on a canon EOS R50
This is a close-up, low-light photograph of bright yellow flowers blooming on a spiky green shrub. The flowers are vivid and saturated, standing out sharply against a dark, softly blurred background that appears to be wooden fencing or tree bark. The plant has sharp green thorns and needle-like leaves, creating a strong contrast between the delicate, smooth petals and the harsh, pointed spikes. Some buds are still closed, while others are fully open, showing layered yellow petals with soft, velvety textures. A few blossoms are slightly wilted, adding a natural, realistic touch. The shallow depth of field keeps the central cluster of flowers in focus while the foreground and background fade into a gentle blur, giving the image a moody, almost evening atmosphere. The lighting is subdued, which makes the yellow tones glow warmly against the darker surroundings.
February 15, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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Good morning Bluesky Folks!
Here is my First post of the day a picture of some Common Snowdrops that I Saw Yesterday while on a short walk Captured on a Canon EOS R50.
A close-up photograph of a small cluster of snowdrop flowers (Galanthus) in bloom. The delicate white bell-shaped flowers have green tips on the outer petals and subtle green markings inside, hanging gracefully from slender green stems. About 20–25 flowers are visible, some fully open and others still partially closed, emerging from broad green leaves at the base. The flowers are growing in dark, moist soil scattered with dry brown leaves, twigs, and bits of mulch. A few small green sprouts are visible nearby, suggesting early spring. On the left edge of the frame, there's a concrete or stone border (like a garden path or edging), adding a man-made contrast to the natural scene. The lighting is soft and natural, likely overcast daylight, giving the image a fresh, serene mood typical of early spring wildflowers pushing through winter debris.
February 15, 2026 at 10:22 AM
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Good Evening and Goodnight Bluesky Folks! Here is a Picture of a purple Crocus Flower that I managed to Take Yesterday.
Captured on a Canon EOS R50
This image is a vibrant, close-up shot of purple crocuses emerging from dark, moist soil. It captures that classic "first sign of spring" energy with beautiful detail. Visual Breakdown • The Flowers: The focal point is a cluster of deep violet/purple crocuses. One flower is fully open, revealing bright orange-yellow stamens at its center. A second, smaller bud is in the lower-left foreground, still tightly closed. • Details: You can see tiny water droplets on the petals, suggesting a recent rain or morning dew. The petals have a delicate, almost translucent quality where the light hits them. • Greenery: Narrow, blade-like green leaves with a distinct white stripe down the center grow upwards around the base of the blooms. • Background: The background consists of dark, rich earth and some blurred organic debris (like old leaves), which creates a high-contrast backdrop that makes the purple of the flowers pop. Composition and Mood The lighting appears natural and slightly diffused, giving the scene a soft but crisp feel. The low-angle perspective makes these small flowers feel resilient and prominent as they push through the winter ground.
February 14, 2026 at 10:36 PM
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Good Afternoon BlueSky Folks
Here is a Picture of a daffodil flower that I Captured Yesterday while out on a Walk around my Home Town.
Captured on a Canon EOS R50
This image features a single yellow daffodil in sharp focus against a soft, dark green background. It’s a classic, moody spring portrait. Visual Breakdown • The Bloom: The daffodil is a vibrant lemon yellow. Its central trumpet (corona) is deeply ruffled at the edges, and the surrounding petals are slightly swept back. • The Stem and Leaves: A single, slender green stem supports the flower. In the lower half of the frame, several blue-green, blade-like leaves rise vertically, though they are slightly out of focus compared to the blossom. • The Details: You can see a small, papery brown sheath (the spathe) at the base of the flower head where it meets the stem, a common characteristic of narcissus. • Background and Lighting: The lighting is directional, highlighting the textures of the petals while leaving the background in a deep, shadowed green. This creates a high-contrast, dramatic look that makes the yellow pop. Composition and Mood The composition is vertical and centered, giving the flower a sense of solitary elegance. The muted tones of the background suggest an overcast day or a shaded garden spot, providing a quiet, peaceful atmosphere.
February 14, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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Good morning, Bluesky friends! Alan’s #BirdOfTheDay theme is #Portrait. Here’s my Eurasian Jackdaw shot, taken with My
Trusty Canon EOS R50.
This image captures a striking, close-up view of a bird—specifically a Western Jackdaw—perched on the edge of a weathered roof. It has a very intense, almost comical expression as it looks directly into the camera lens. Key Visual Details • The Bird: It features charcoal-grey and black plumage with a distinctively pale, silvery-grey nape (the back of the neck). Its most piercing feature is its bright white or pale blue iris, which gives it an unusually focused and "judging" stare. • The Perch: The bird is standing on what looks like a mossy, terracotta or stone roof ridge. One of its dark, scaly feet is visible, gripping the edge firmly. • The Background: The background consists of rows of old, weathered roof tiles, creating a series of diagonal lines that lead the eye toward the bird. • The Mood: Because of the direct eye contact and the slightly tilted head, the bird appears curious, bold, and perhaps a bit grumpy. Composition & Style • Perspective: A low-angle, eye-level shot that makes the bird feel like the main protagonist of a story. • Lighting: The lighting is soft and diffused, highlighting the texture of the feathers without harsh shadows.
February 14, 2026 at 10:38 AM
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Good Evening and Goodnight BlueSky Folks Here is a Picture of a purple Primrose Flower that I saw While on a walk This Afternoon
Captured on a Canon EOS R50
This image captures a vibrant, close-up view of a purple Primrose (Primula) in bloom, likely shortly after a light rain given the droplets clinging to the petals. Key Visual Details • The Blooms: There are two primary flowers in focus. They feature a rich, royal purple color with a contrasting, bright yellow "eye" at the center. The petals have a soft, slightly ruffled texture. • The Foliage: The plant's leaves are a healthy, deep green with a distinct "crinkled" or rugose texture. The leaves are broad and oval-shaped, growing in a rosette pattern close to the dark, moist soil. • The Stems: The central stalk supporting the flowers has a reddish-purple tint and is covered in fine, soft hairs. • The Surroundings: * To the right, there is a slender flower bud (possibly an Iris) waiting to open. • The background consists of dark, nutrient-rich earth and some blurred organic garden debris. Observations The composition feels very "early spring." The lighting is soft and natural, emphasizing the saturation of the purple against the earthy tones of the garden.
February 13, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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Good Afternoon Bluesky Friends!
Here is a picture of a Helleborus orientalis Flower that I captured today while walking around my Neighbourhood.
Captured on a Canon EOS R50
This image captures a close-up of a delicate white flower, likely a Hellebore (commonly known as a Lenten Rose), blooming amidst a dark, earthy background. Key Features of the Image: • The Focal Point: The main flower is white with a slightly ruffled texture. Its petals feature distinctive maroon or deep purple speckles near the center, which surround a cluster of pale yellow stamens. • The Foliage: The leaves are a vibrant green with serrated (toothed) edges, providing a sharp contrast to the dark soil and mulch in the background. You can see another smaller bud or partially opened bloom toward the bottom left. • Composition & Lighting: The lighting is soft, highlighting the translucent quality of the white petals. The background is intentionally blurred (shallow depth of field), which makes the flower "pop" and gives the image a moody, naturalistic feel. Interesting Fact: Hellebores are famous for being "winter-blooming" perennials. They often push through the cold ground while other plants are still dormant, making them a favorite for gardeners looking for early-season color.
February 13, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Good Morning Bluesky Folks
Here is a Collage of Pictures of Birds I’ve captured so far this Year
Unfortunately not that many so far
Because of the weather.
Captured on a canon EOS R50
This image is a 2x2 grid collage featuring four different species of birds, likely captured in a garden or woodland setting. Each photo carries a watermark that reads "© Photography FunGuy." Here is a breakdown of the birds shown: Top Left: Eurasian Blue Tit • Appearance: A small, vibrant bird with a distinctive bright blue crown, white face with a black "mask" through the eye, and a yellow breast. • Setting: It is perched diagonally on a thin, leafless wooden branch against a plain white background. Top Right: Eurasian Wren • Appearance: A tiny, round, brown bird with fine darker bars on its wings and tail. It is captured with its beak open, as if singing, and its characteristic short tail is cocked upward. • Setting: It is standing on a weathered wooden garden fence or rail. Bottom Left: Eurasian Jay • Appearance: Much larger than the others, this bird has pinkish-brown plumage, a white throat, and a black "moustache." The most striking feature is the bright blue checkered patch on its wing. • Setting: It is standing on green grass, looking toward the right of the frame. Bottom Right: European Robin • Appearance: The classic "Redbreast," featuring an orange-red face and chest, olive-brown upperparts, and a white belly. • Setting: It is nestled among tangled, leafless branches and twigs, typical of a hedgerow.
February 13, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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Good Evening and Goodnight Bluesky. Thursday's are for #3sDay which is when the #Trios, #Trebles & #Triplets come out to play.
Here is a picture of Three male tufted ducks I managed to capture last year
On a canon EOS R50
This image captures a serene moment on the water featuring three Tufted Ducks (Aythya fuligula) gliding in a diagonal formation. The composition is clean and naturally balanced, following the ducks from the top-left toward the bottom-right of the frame. Key Visual Elements • The Ducks: These are adult males, identifiable by their striking black-and-white plumage. They have dark, iridescent heads and backs contrasted by bright white flanks. Their most distinctive features—the piercing yellow eyes and the small "tuft" of feathers at the back of the head—are clearly visible. • The Water: The surface is calm with a silvery, reflective quality. The ripples emanating from the ducks create soft, concentric circles that add a sense of gentle movement to the scene. • Reflections: Each duck is mirrored in the water below, with the reflections appearing slightly distorted by the moving surface, adding depth to the image. Interesting Details • Color Palette: The image is almost monochromatic, dominated by the blacks and whites of the birds and the greys of the water, making the vivid yellow eyes pop as a focal point. • Interaction: While the birds are close together, they aren't interacting directly; they seem to be calmly patrolling the water in a loose group.
February 12, 2026 at 11:41 PM
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Good Afternoon Bluesky Folks
Here is a Short poem for this pic
Little Flame
Perched in the tangle of winter twigs,
a spark of sunset on your breast
small flame of courage,
quietly burning the grey away.
European Robin perches confidently on a thin, bare twig amid a tangle of winter branches. Its most vivid feature is the bright, warm orange-red breast and face, which glows like a little flame against the bird’s soft olive-brown back, wings, and head. The belly is snowy white, and its round black eye is bright and alert, beak small and dark. The background is a natural tangle of slender branches with hints of green foliage, suggesting a quiet hedge or woodland edge on a cool, overcast day. The overall mood is gentle, resilient, and full of quiet life.
February 12, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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Good Morning Bluesky Folks, sorry for all the Dwarf Iris posts. These are the only flowers I’ve seen this year. Hopefully, with better weather, I can take more photos of different plants
captured on an iPhone 17 Pro.
This image captures a vibrant cluster of dwarf irises (Iris reticulata) pushing through damp, dark soil and fallen winter leaves. Key Features: • Colors: The petals are a striking, deep electric blue and royal purple. Each flower features a prominent "signal" of bright yellow and white markings on the falls (the downward-curving petals). • Details: Crystal-clear raindrops are scattered across the delicate petals, suggesting a recent spring shower. • Growth: The flowers are low to the ground, surrounded by thin, spear-like green leaves. To the left, a few more stray blooms are beginning to open, while the background is a soft-focus mix of mulch, dry leaves, and emerging garden greenery.
February 12, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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Good Evening and Goodnight BlueSky Folks! Here is another Picture of a Dwarf Iris
That I Saw Growing in My Neighbours Garden.
Captured on a iPhone 17 pro
This image captures a vibrant cluster of dwarf irises (specifically Iris reticulata) blooming in a garden bed. The scene is a classic sign of late winter or early spring, showing the contrast between fresh life and dormant ground. Key Features of the Image • The Flowers: The focal point is a dense group of royal blue irises. Each flower features intricate yellow and white markings (known as "falls") on its lower petals. A single, dark purple iris is also visible on the right side of the main cluster, adding a nice depth of color. • The Foliage: Sharp, needle-like green leaves emerge from the base of the flowers. You can also see small water droplets on the petals, suggesting it recently rained or there was a heavy morning dew. • The Environment: The irises are growing out of dark, damp soil mixed with small pebbles. The background is covered in brown, decaying leaves and some low-growing green weeds or groundcover, which makes the bright blue of the flowers pop even more.
February 11, 2026 at 10:24 PM
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Good Afternoon and Hello BlueSky! This morning, I met a delightful House Sparrow and snapped a lovely shot with my Canon EOS R50. Enjoy!
This image features a close-up, slightly low-angle shot of a House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) perched on a thin branch. The bird is the central focus, appearing puffed up and round, likely to trap heat. Bird Characteristics • Markings: It has a distinctive black "bib" on its throat and chest, which identifies it as a male. • Colors: The plumage is a mix of soft greys on the underbelly, with warmer brown and chestnut tones visible on the sides of its head. • Posture: The sparrow is facing almost directly toward the camera, giving it a stout, "borb-like" appearance. Setting and Composition • Environment: The bird is perched amidst a network of bare, light-brown deciduous branches. • Background: The background is a bright, overexposed white—likely a cloudy sky—which creates a high-contrast, minimalist silhouette effect for the branches. • Focus: The depth of field is shallow, keeping the bird in relatively sharp focus while the branches in the immediate foreground and background are slightly blurred.
February 11, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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Good Morning Bluesky Folks
Here is my Post for #BirdOfTheDay
Two Tufted duck one of my favourite Birds to see and Capture.
Captured on a Canon EOS R50
This image captures a serene moment with two Tufted Ducks (males) gliding across a calm body of water. The composition is clean, focusing on the striking contrast of the birds against the reflective surface. Key Visual Elements • The Subjects: Two male Tufted Ducks are the focal point. You can identify them by their jet-black heads, necks, and backs, which contrast sharply with their bright white flanks. • Distinctive Features: * The "Tuft": The duck in the foreground clearly shows the thin, drooping black crest at the back of its head. • The Eyes: They have piercing, vivid yellow eyes that stand out against their dark plumage. • The Bills: Their bills are a pale bluish-grey with a distinct black tip (the "nail"). • The Setting: They are swimming on still water that acts like a mirror. The reflections are slightly distorted by gentle ripples radiating from the ducks' movement. • Atmosphere: The lighting is soft and diffused, highlighting the subtle purple/green iridescent sheen on the ducks' dark feathers.
February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Good Evening and Goodnight BlueSky Folks! Here is another Picture of a Dwarf Iris I Managed To Take This Morning while on a Short Walk around my Neighbourhood.
Captured on a iPhone 17 pro
This image captures a vibrant cluster of Dwarf Irises (likely Iris reticulata) blooming amidst a bed of dark, moist soil and fallen autumn leaves. Visual Breakdown • The Flowers: There are several deep violet-blue blossoms. Each flower features three upright petals (standards) and three drooping petals (falls). The falls are particularly striking, showcasing a bright yellow central stripe surrounded by a white-and-dark-blue speckled pattern. • The Foliage: Thin, grass-like green leaves are emerging from the soil alongside the blooms. Some of these leaves are just beginning to poke through the earth, while others are a few inches tall. • The Setting: The ground is a mix of dark brown soil, small pebbles, and decaying brown leaves, suggesting a garden bed in late winter or early spring. • The Atmosphere: The lighting is soft and natural, emphasizing the rich saturation of the blue petals against the neutral tones of the forest floor. Fun Fact: These little guys are some of the earliest signs of spring, often blooming while there is still snow on the ground!
February 10, 2026 at 9:18 PM
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Good Afternoon BlueSky Folks
Here is a Picture of a Dwarf Iris
I Managed To Take This Morning while on a Short Walk around my Neighbourhood.
Captured on a iPhone 17 pro
This image shows a cluster of vibrant purple flowers blooming amidst a thick layer of dry, brown fallen leaves. These appear to be Dwarf Irises (Iris reticulata), which are among the earliest flowers to bloom in late winter or early spring. Key Features • The Flowers: The petals are a rich violet-blue with distinct white and dark purple markings (and a hint of yellow) on the "falls"—the downward-curving petals. • The Foliage: Thin, pointed green leaves emerge from the center of the cluster, standing upright and contrasting with the dull tones of the forest floor. • The Setting: The ground is heavily covered in crunchy, decaying deciduous leaves (likely oak or beech), indicating a garden bed or woodland area that hasn't been cleared for spring yet. These little guys are famous for being "snow drops" of the iris world, often popping up while there's still a chill in the air.
February 10, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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Good morning, Bluesky friends! I’ve captured another picture of a European Robin today during my walk. It was taken on my iPhone 17 Pro.
This is a serene, vertical shot of a European Robin perched atop a thick, ivy-covered branch against a soft, pale blue sky. The Subject: European Robin The bird is the focal point, captured in profile looking toward the left. It has the classic, plump silhouette of a robin, featuring: • Distinctive Coloring: A vibrant orange-red face and breast that transitions into a brownish-olive back and wings. • Deteremined Expression: A small, dark, pointed beak and a sharp black eye that gives it an alert appearance. • Posture: It’s standing firmly on its thin legs, showcasing its rounded body. The Setting • The Perch: The bird is resting on a weathered, light-colored tree stump or thick branch. Dark green ivy leaves with prominent light veins wrap around the base of the perch, adding a touch of organic texture. • The Background: The backdrop is a clean, minimalist gradient of light blue/grey sky. This lack of clutter makes the warm tones of the robin's feathers really pop. • Lighting: The lighting is soft and diffused, suggesting either an overcast day or the gentle light of early morning, which minimizes harsh shadows. Fun Fact: Despite their cute appearance, European Robins are famously territorial and will fiercely defend their garden space!
February 10, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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Good Evening and Goodnight
Bluesky Folks! Here is another picture of a Common Wood pigeon that I Captured Today while on a walk.Taken on a iPhone 17 pro
This image features a Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) standing on a textured, earthy ground. This bird is a classic sight in many gardens and parks across Europe. Subject Details • Appearance: The pigeon has the characteristic blue-grey plumage on its head and back, with a slightly pinkish-buff breast. • Distinguishing Marks: You can clearly see the white patch on the side of its neck, which is the hallmark of an adult Wood Pigeon. It also has a distinct white band on its wing (visible even while folded) and a bright yellow-orange beak with a white base. • Posture: The bird is captured in profile, looking toward the right, appearing alert and poised. Background and Environment • Surface: It is standing on what looks like a mix of damp soil, mulch, and leaf litter. The ground has a somewhat glistening or wet appearance, suggesting recent rain or a damp environment. • Composition: The lighting is soft and natural, highlighting the subtle iridescence often found on a pigeon's neck feathers.
February 9, 2026 at 10:31 PM
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Good Afternoon Blusky Folks!
Here is another cute picture of a Robin that I Captured on Friday
Captured on a canon EOS R50
This image features a close-up, side-profile view of a European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) perched on a curved metal railing. The photograph captures the bird in sharp detail against a soft, blurred background. Key Details of the Subject • Coloration: The robin displays its signature bright orange-red breast and face. This is contrasted by a soft grey-blue border around the orange, while its upper parts (wings and back) are a brownish-olive hue. Its underbelly is a pale, creamy white. • Physical Features: The bird has a round, plump body with a thin, dark beak and a large, dark eye. Its slender, pinkish-brown legs are firmly gripped onto the metal pipe. • Posture: It appears alert yet calm, looking slightly off to the right of the frame. Setting and Composition • Foreground: The bird is perched on a dull, weathered grey metal pipe or railing that curves downward toward the bottom left of the image. • Background: The background is an artistic bokeh of muted greens and browns, suggesting a natural garden or woodland setting. This shallow depth of field keeps the focus entirely on the robin. • Lighting: The lighting is soft and natural, highlighting the fine textures of the bird's feathers and the subtle sheen on the metal railing.
February 9, 2026 at 2:14 PM
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Good morning and happy monochrome Monday,Bluesky friends! Here is a picture of a European Robin with its mouth open singing a tune.
Captured on a Canon EOS R50.
This image is a striking, high-contrast black and white photograph of a small songbird perched on a branch. The composition is minimalist, focusing entirely on the bird's profile against a stark, blown-out white background. Key Visual Details • The Subject: The bird is captured in a dynamic moment, with its beak wide open as if it is mid-song or calling out. It has a rounded body, a relatively short tail, and small, delicate legs gripping the branch. • The Setting: It is perched on a single, thick horizontal branch that enters from the bottom left. A few thinner, out-of-focus twigs are visible in the upper and lower corners, adding a sense of depth to the otherwise flat background. • Texture and Tone: The image has a noticeable grainy texture, which gives it a raw, film-like quality. The lighting creates a soft gradient on the bird’s chest, suggesting a gentle light source even amidst the high contrast. Artistic Impression The choice of monochrome strips away the distraction of color, emphasizing the silhouette and the emotional energy of the bird's open beak. It feels quiet and loud all at once—a "frozen moment" of nature.
February 9, 2026 at 8:47 AM