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Angie Dawn's avatar

Lovely photos - you have to admire the courage of the little hummingbirds:-)

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Jackie Cestero's avatar

Indeed

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Harrison's avatar

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Snow Dogs Bob Lamond's avatar

I have one hanging around my bird feeder

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Marie Yoshida's avatar

BRAVO!!! What a joy and so much suspense to read your reportage, LOVE IT!!! Thank you Jackie

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Jackie Cestero's avatar

Thank you, Marie. I am so glad you enjoyed this little moment.

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Janice Isomura's avatar

Your photos of the kestrel are just perfect. What beautiful colouring and looks so cute. Thank you for sharing this story. There is so much activity and drama just in our own backyards.

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Jackie Cestero's avatar

Indeed, our yards are full of wonders every day. Thank you so much for taking the time to read this piece and for your kind words!

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James Freitas's avatar

These are all incredible photos. The final shot of the kestrel with his bill open is awesome.

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Jackie Cestero's avatar

Thank you so much, James!

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