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Our Daily Thread 3-10-16

Good Morning!

We have Kingfishers everywhere at our local park. Their call is very distinct, and loud. It appears that several males have staked out territories and are looking for mates. They will loudly chase out anyone who violates their airspace. The pics are of at least 3 different birds although I could see up to 5 at one point. They put on quite an aerial display but it’s nearly impossible to get a decent shot due to their speed and abrupt maneuvers. In the first shot I was pacing it so the background is blurred. The second was another bird, shot as it flew quickly overhead. The two at the bottom gave me better shots. 

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Anyone have a QoD?