Advantage Grackle (CYW Royal Purple)
The iridescent purple head and golden eye are distinctive features of a grackle. This smart bird was supposed to be too big for this feeder, but it figured out a way to get some food! It used its size to its advantage by reaching its head around to grab a tasty treat!
Here is another view:
*posted for JNW’s color your world challenge: royal purple
I love those mystery (is it purple or is it blue?) colors!
Posted on March 21, 2017, in birds, Daily prompt, Observations, Photography and tagged bird feeders, bird photography, birds, birdwatching, Color Your World, coloryourworld, CYW, grackle, royal purple. Bookmark the permalink. 6 Comments.
We have lots of grackles here, too. They will find a way to get what they want! š
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Yes, they will!
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You are a wonderful bird photographer. Have you ever submitted to “Birds and Blooms” magazine.
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Thank you for such a wonderful compliment! I haven’t yet, but I have thought about it. It’s a good magazine!
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These are beautiful captures!
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Thank you very much, Amy!
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