I have been trying to get a good picture of one for a while but they are good at avoiding me. They will sit quite close and sing when I don't have my camera but hide in the bushes when I do.
This handsome fellow was keeping me company in the garden and I managed to get some reasonable shots. He was singing his heart out trying to impress the ladies - he certainly impressed me!
You can see the white feather markings on the back of his neck, and they have a little tuft of white feathers under their chin as well. Lovely birds to have around and they are breeding well in our area.
They are definitely a delight to see and hear. I love their 'tinny' sound when they sing.Your photos came out quite well.
ReplyDeleteThey are neat looking birds, the white feathers on their back is pretty. It is cool to see the birds in the spring pairing up. Great photos. Thank you for sharing your post with Saturday's Critters. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeletean amazing bird!
ReplyDeleteThese are incredible shots Jocee!
ReplyDeleteWe have a huge Totara tree on our property and it is home to the Tui from time to time!
However I've never managed to photograph them as they hide near the top of the tree... I can hear them perfectly - it's so frustrating!
Your patience was rewarded ! These are great captures! :)
ReplyDeleteOh, too bad he doesn't like to cooperate with you and your camera. Here I can see he's a handsome bird!
ReplyDeletehow unique are those feathers! awesome shots!
ReplyDeleteHe has a very pretty collar. I hope he managed to impress the ladies. :)
ReplyDeleteYour shots are wonderful !
ReplyDeleteGreetings
Wow those feathers are cool looking. Great shot!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colors!!! Beautiful bird.
ReplyDeleteCome on over and link up this post to add to the list, if you'd like!
A wonderful and exotic bird.
ReplyDeleteA nice looking exotic bird to see.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beauty!
ReplyDeleteWhat a handsome bird. Great job on playing hid n seek!
ReplyDeleteTropical birds do seem to have prettier feathers. I love the iridescent greens on the feathers, and the white feathers on the neck. I find it very hard to get close to any birds for photography, good work!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your link this weekend at the Bird D'Pot....such a handsome bird!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm still having problems with Google chrome. I thought I left a comment here yesterday, but when I came back to check I don't see it. So, I'm commenting again. Love this bird. He is quite handsome.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you finally got some good pictures of this handsome bird, Jocee. Birds often don't cooperate with photographers. Good job!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful bird! And you captured him so wonderful! Great photos!
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