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Chinito.
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Copyright: Luis Leal (Luis52) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1110 W: 5 N: 3457] (12761)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-01-11
Categories: Birds
Camera: Nikon D80, 80-200 f2.8D ED AF Nikkor+1.5X Kenko
Exposure: f/4, 1/400 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-02-09 15:12
Viewed: 917
Points: 50
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum) is a member of the family Bombycillidae or waxwing family of passerine birds. It breeds in open wooded areas in North America, principally southern Canada,the northern United States and North of Mexico.

The Cedar Waxwing eats berries and sugary fruit year-round, with insects becoming an important part of the diet in the breeding season. Its fondness for the small cones of the Eastern Redcedar (a kind of juniper) gave this bird its common name.

This species is irruptive, moving south in huge numbers if the berry supply fails in winter. It feeds in flocks outside of the nesting season, often in large flocks numbering hundreds of birds.


Preferred habitat consists of trees at the edge of wooded areas, or "open" forests, especially those that provide access to berry sources as well as water. Waxwings are attracted to the sound of running water, and love to bathe and drink from shallow creeks. In urban or suburban environments, waxwings often favor parkland with well-spaced trees, golf courses, cemeteries, or other landscaping with well-spaced trees, bushes that provide berries, and a water source, including fountains or birdbaths, is always a big plus.

It is 16.5 cm in length and weighs 32 g. It is smaller and browner than the Bohemian Waxwing, which breeds further north and west than the Cedar Waxwing in the North American part of its range. The tail is tipped with yellow, or orange in birds that have fed on berries of introduced Eurasian honeysuckles while growing tail feathers after molt. Adults have a pale yellow belly. Immature birds are streaked on the throat and flanks, and often do not have the black mask of the adults.

The nest is a loose open cup built with grass and twigs, lined with softer materials and supported by a tree branch averaging 2 to 6 meters above ground but, at times, considerably higher. The outer diameter of the nest is approximately 12cm to 16cm.

During courtship, the pair may pass a flower petal or insect back and forth repeatedly. Usually 4 or 5 eggs are laid and the female incubates them for 12 to 16 days. The eggs are oval shaped with a smooth surface and very little, if any, gloss. The egg shells are of various shades of light or bluish grey with irregular, dark brown spots or greyish-brown splotches. Both parents build the nest and feed the young. Typically, there are two broods during the mating season. Young leave the nest about 14 to 18 days after hatching.

Cedar Waxwings are also known as the Southern Waxwing, Canada Robin, Cedar Bird, Cherry Bird, or Recellet.

Saludos Luis52.
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Hi Luis,
Very good capture of Cedar Waxwing; good POV and composition, sharp details, bright colours.
TFS
Pekka

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  • fiyo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 987 W: 5 N: 2762] (10618)
  • [2009-02-09 16:13]

Hi Luis, interesting colors of the background is very beautiful.
Cedar Waxwing is a very good capture. Thanks for sharing.

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  • Mana Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1899 W: 36 N: 5579] (18518)
  • [2009-02-09 17:25]

Hi Luis,
Wonderful shot of this cute Cedar Waxwing and I like the way it looks over its shoulder. Very impressive sharpness, colours and details with perfect lighting. The BG looks superb. Great POV, DOF and composition.
TFS.
Sumon

Hello Luis,
This is my beautiful friend again. DOF is very interesting and so is this unusual background. You captured with cute pose with great details on his head and lovely composition. Well done!
Claudine

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  • crs Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 523 W: 0 N: 920] (3543)
  • [2009-02-09 20:14]

Hello Luis,

You have had very good eye contact with the bird despite your rear position. There are nice details on bird's head as this is the area you have taken in focus. I like thecolors of the background matching with those of the plumage.

Thank you for sharing,
Cristian

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  • demeve Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 604 W: 11 N: 1631] (5995)
  • [2009-02-09 21:26]

Hola Luis,
Hoy somos vizinos... Que lindo pajarito, lindas cores y nitidez
felicitaciones.. Well done

Everton

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  • jaycee Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2493 W: 11 N: 6885] (21912)
  • [2009-02-09 21:34]

Hola Primo,

An adorable profile shot of this Cedar Waxwing. He looks like a bandit with the black eye mask. I love the hair-do. Good details and lovely unusual colors. The background and composition are excellent.

Jane

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2997 W: 162 N: 968] (2839)
  • [2009-02-09 22:39]

Hello Luis,
An unusual and very nice view of the Cedar Waxwing with its head turned nicely. Great focus, sharp details and beautiful colours. Well composed too.
TFS and regards, Ulla

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  • Juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2264 W: 10 N: 2632] (15573)
  • [2009-02-10 0:30]

Hola amigo Luis,
deliciosa captura y bello encuadre y colores,
estupenda nitidez y pov,
saludos para todos.

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  • zetu Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 649 W: 15 N: 1607] (6263)
  • [2009-02-10 0:48]

Hello Luis
Excellent capture with wonderful colors.
Regards.
Razvan

What a nice capture from a unique angle Luis, this is the first time I'm seeing this fine looking bird and quite happy with the results you've obtained my friend, what a superb BG you've created here!
Cheers,
Mehmet

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  • vral Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 64 W: 1 N: 218] (1049)
  • [2009-02-10 3:49]

Hi Luis,

Fantastic capture of this Waxwing with perfect lighting and attractive BG. Details,POV and composition are great.
Thanks for sharing
vral

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  • MMM Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 921 W: 0 N: 1985] (8905)
  • [2009-02-10 6:20]

Hi Luis
Excelelnt composition.Good POV and very sharp image.Amasing plumage detail.Nice pose and outstanding colors with lovely OOF BG
TFS Michel

hello Luis

excellent photography of the Cedar Waxwing,
shot with fine POV and framing, excellent sharpness
and details of the bird, beautifuly colored background, TFS

Asbed

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  • NinaM Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 801 W: 3 N: 2100] (6596)
  • [2009-02-10 10:14]

Hola Luis, this is quite another super picture of yours! The background is fantastic, so bright and colourful, the bird is sharp and absolutely beautiful. We also have this species up here, isn't it incredible when you think of it. Thank you!

Francine

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  • PeterZ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2395 W: 94 N: 5542] (17634)
  • [2009-02-10 10:35]

Hello Luis,
Very beautiful photo of this Cedar Waxwing in great colours and a very sharp focus on the head. Special BG, good POV and composition.
Regards,
Peter

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  • eliz Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 167 W: 22 N: 269] (1535)
  • [2009-02-10 10:40]

very nice eye contact and interesting background color

very beautiful capture Luis !
wonderful colours and perfect sharp , good natural light and fine details ,
great POV ,
well done !
septimiu

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  • Adanac Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1169 W: 1 N: 5208] (17609)
  • [2009-02-10 20:00]

Hello Luis,
What a splendid image with such a colorful background. I have missed your work greatly my friend, you must have been busy of late. Thanks for sharing Luis.
Rick

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  • Argus Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3821 W: 190 N: 11376] (35063)
  • [2009-02-11 22:06]

Hola amigo,
A fine capture of a Cedar Waxwing taken from behind with its head turned to allow you to focus on it with excellent sharpness against a fine warm-coloured BG.
I like the composition too.
Gracias por compartir esta bonita toma.
Un abrazo fuerte,
Saludos Luis,

Ivan

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  • siggi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1378 W: 56 N: 4747] (16330)
  • [2009-02-12 10:28]

Hello Luis,
What a beautiful composition in wonderful colours! The Waxwing is all in focus showing very impressive sharp details and I love its pose. Brilliant shot.Best regards Siggi

Te has lucido con esta maravilla Luis, no solo por lo bien captada que esta el ave, sino tb por el impresionante juego de colores. Una toma diferente, original e impactante sin ninguna duda: enhorabuena !!

Un saludo: Josep Ignasi

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  • Alex99 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3585 W: 143 N: 5672] (18539)
  • [2009-02-13 10:42]
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Hi Luis.
Once more fine bird and so wonderful picture. Back POV is very attractive and shows us this bird at uncommon point. Details of the bird are great and colouration of the BG is unique. I cannot imagine what BG is. I also like exact composition of the picture. Perfect job. TFS.
Alexei.

Hola Luis
I really like this picture..The F4 you used has worked so well even though I personally wouldnt have dared to use it on a back shot..Your focus on the head is spot on and the crested feathers on the head are shown so well againsnt the background...Please tell me what colour you painted your house..I have to make a back drop card in that glorious colour!!
All My Best
Billy

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  • degani Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 220 W: 0 N: 317] (2485)
  • [2009-03-21 22:08]

hi Luis,
you have a great gallery of beautiful pictures, this little bird is fantastic and the picture great, it is also great the point of view from the back and the bird looking at the camera, bravo
kind regards
franco

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