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Sparrow


Sparrow
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Copyright: Anne Gattlen (anel) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1726 W: 0 N: 3927] (15770)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-11-13
Categories: Birds
Camera: Canon EOS 30 D
Exposure: f/7.1, 1/200 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-04-18 6:13
Viewed: 529
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 44
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PASSER DOMESTICUS

House sparrow
Moineau domestique
Haussperling

Picture taken close to my home last november on a cold day. The sparrow was sitting peacefully on this dog-rose and I found that the red rose hips gave a colorful touch to the grey surroundings.
Actually I can see a lot of sparrows around our house and they seem to enjoy the beautiful Spring weather.
I have also noticed that in the centre of town, there are no sparrows around, unlike some years ago when I used to see quite a lot of these birds flying from roof to roof or even in front of cars.
I read something interesting about the disappearance of sparrows in towns. It seems that they don't find enough insects in towns and feed their babies with seeds, which the small birds cannot digest and for this reason they die.

ramthakur, KOMSIS, Silvio2006, Alex99, roges, Gert-Paassen, boreocypriensis, rcrick, vinicio has marked this note useful
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Hello Anne,
I like the light here. Guess this some kind of moody back light involved.
Well composed as well, good focus.
TFS
Annick

Bonjour Anne,
The soft hues of the rose and sparrow are a compliment to one another and add a warm feel to the image. Excellent sharpness and detail in the sparrow, especially its tufted feathers. Excellent note regarding the demise of the common house sparrow and its young...
Steve

No doubt, the red seed-pods of dog rose are lending colour to the picture, Anne.
But then the subject of your picture -- a lone Sparrow -- is the focal point of attention by virtue of its clarity and sharpness. You have caught the female in a lovable posture.
A well presented image that looks beautiful in its totality.
Thanks and regards.
Ram

Bonjour Anne,
"Sparrow", like very tired ...
Very beautiful photo of this Sparrow,
Excellent lighting,fine details and excellent sharpness,
Thank you for sharing,
Seyfi.

very nice portret of sparrow, nice colours, nice mimic it has!
as well very good sharpness.
TFS,
chriss

Ciao Anne, lovely composition with beautiful house sparrow, great colors, wonderful blurry BG, fine details and excellent sharpness, very well done, have a good week end, ciao Silvio

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  • Alex99 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3586 W: 143 N: 5690] (18601)
  • [2009-04-18 10:58]

Hi Anne.
We have many sparrows in Odessa. However, there are more sparrows in countryside region. You have pictured this cute specimen perfectly and I like surroundings a lot too. Very pleasant for look and top quality shot. My compliments.
Alexei.

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  • siggi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1380 W: 56 N: 4759] (16364)
  • [2009-04-18 11:52]

Hallo Anne.
Hausperlinge sind täglich zu sehen, wenn man im von nah betrachtet scheint sehr sympathisch zu sein. Gelungene Foto zeigt das kleinste Detail. Interessante Bg und die kleine Beeren passen hier hervorragend.
Liebe Grüße Siggi

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  • roges Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 613 W: 0 N: 546] (3180)
  • [2009-04-18 12:11]

Hallo Anne !

Ein großer Fang.
Ich mag sehr den Kontrast der Farben.
Glückwünsche.
Ich wünsche dir einen angenehmen Abend,
Adrian

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  • lousat Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1978 W: 6 N: 5527] (19673)
  • [2009-04-18 17:11]

Salut Anne,tu as transforme' un petit et commun oiseuax en un grande spectacle,avec ces fruits rouges et un contre-lumiere magnifique.Une photo tres tres belle,mes plus gros compliments,Luciano

Hello Anne,

Good of dof and details also well composed.
Fine colours and light.

Gert

It is rare to see such a perfect shot. Not one thing could I improve on..I had to go adjust my photo album to make immediate room for this is my favorites..it is most worthy!
Bob

hello Anne
beautiful composition
great sharpness and good details great shot
greeting lou

Hi Anne, a stunningly perfect capture of a lady house sparrow with excellent composition and neat details.
TFS and cheers,
Bayram

hello Anne
beautiful moment one marvellously photo
TFS
Nasos

Hallo Anne,
ist der süß und aufgeblustert. Sehr schön fotografiert mit den unscharfen Hintergrund.
Viele Grüße,
Achim

Preciosa foto Anne.
Al buen encuadre hay que añadir la limpieza del conjunto y la gran profundidad creada. También son destacables los contrastes creados por las pequeñas bayas y el fondo. Además, una imagen llena de ternura y serenidad .

Un bello trebajo.
Saludos: Josep Ignasi.

Ciao Anne,
splendida immagine di passero catturato in una bellissima posa fra i rametti di di una pianta di rosa floribunda che con le sue bacche colorate ravviva l'armoniosa composizione, molto belli i colori e magnifica atmosfera.
Grazie e complimenti
Buona serata
Con amicizia
Maurizio

Hello Anne,
Great shot of this lovely female house
sparrow, superb sharpness, depth of field
and detail in the plumage, beautiful
natural colors, nice pose and lovely background.
TFS
Angela

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  • rcrick Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 717 W: 38 N: 1560] (5019)
  • [2009-05-09 17:06]

Dear Anne,

Many thanks for your kind words on my posting of a Yellow Robin, its really appreciated. I have to admit I can’t remember if I've seen your work before it must be an age thing, the other day I got half way to work and realised I still had my slippers on!

This is a real beauty love the detail in the plumage, the look on the Sparrows face almost say "come on spring" your absolutely right about the red rose hips they do give a colourful touch, wonderful shot.

You have a stunning gallery to say the least; promise to be back for a second look a bit later, once again many thanks.

Cheers Rick :)

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  • vinicio (158)
  • [2009-05-21 22:43]

A very nice portrait of this sparrow, I much like the presence of the dog rose branches, well done Anne, compliments.
Have a nice WE
Ciao
Vinicio

wow wat a nice shot,very clear and sharpness is very good,,light is also perfect
Tfs

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